I’m a licensed therapist and author of Raising Trans Kids, supporting caregivers of trans youth. I share resources, reflections, and real-world guidance on identity, parenting, and allyship -through my blog and this newsletter. You’re not alone. Let’s navigate this together.
Last Chance to Register for Tonight's Trans Ally Event - Join Us Now!
Hi Reader,
Our goal was to have more folks register than there are anti-trans bills and WE DID IT! Let's keep this momentum going!
If you haven't registered or want to invite a friend/coworker/lover/gym buddy/dental hygienist it's not too late!
Busy tonight? THERE WILL BE A RECORDING!
Come for a 1.5-hour webinar on topics including
- Real-world implications of anti-trans legislation
- Responses to arguments the opposition makes
- Talking points for personal and professional life
- Handling misinformation
- Taking on emotional labor for trans folks
The event will be hosted on Zoom webinar and attendees will receive a PDF file including a fact sheet and resources.
A recording will be available to those who register for 30 days.
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Invite someone! Spread The Word!
We need as many allies as we can get right now. For Trans Week of Visibility & Action It would be a huge help if you could send this email to someone who might be interested, share on slack or internal listservs, or post about this event on social!
Take care,
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Rebecca Minor, LICSW (She/Her)
Creator of the "How to Talk to Kids about Gender" course
Gender Specialist
I’m a licensed therapist and author of Raising Trans Kids, supporting caregivers of trans youth. I share resources, reflections, and real-world guidance on identity, parenting, and allyship -through my blog and this newsletter. You’re not alone. Let’s navigate this together.
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