Podcasts about queer youth

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Send us a textImagine a world where queer and trans youth have safety, autonomy, joy, and the chance to live into their fullest potential. It's a world we Mama Dragons all dream of for our queer kids. Our guests today are from an organization called Queer Youth Assemble that is not just dreaming it, but making it happen–through marches, walkouts, protests, creative activism, and community resources. This week In the Den, Sara visits with three young people who are sparking change from coast to coast.Special Guest: Pluto or Snail Pluto or Snail uses he/it pronouns and is trans masc and gay, though semi-questioning his sexuality. He has been out to his family since 5th grade, going through many different sexualities and genders until around his 10th grade year. Pluto has now graduated from high school.Special Guest: Zadyn HigginsZadyn Higgins is an 18 year old queer and trans activist. Zadyn has been with Queer Youth Assemble for a few years now but has had a lifelong involvement in activism.Special Guest: Esmée SilvermanEsmée Silverman (they/she) is a nationally renowned queer activist, community organizer, and changemaker. Described as a spark of creativity, Esmée has used her unique personality and lived experiences as a non-binary asexual woman to improve the lives of queer & trans youth through events, protests, education, and other endeavors. They currently serve as the co-president of Queer Youth Assemble, a non-profit she co-founded to bring autonomy and joy to all queer & trans youth across the United States. Links from the Show:Find Queer Youth Assemble here: https://queeryouthassemble.org/ Donate to Queer Youth Assemble: https://queeryouthassemble.org/donations/1738/ Join Mama Dragons here: www.mamadragons.org In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org.  Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

It's back to school time and JD revisits a conversation with Scott Galvin, a queer South Fl councilman who works with organisations to make South Florida's schools safer for our queer youth. We need more people like him out there! To watch on our YouTube Channel, click this link. 

VPC is committed to being a place of welcome for everyone. We are always seeking new ways to spread our arms wider to the world. Over the years, our welcome of LGBTQIA+ folks has grown organically as we have listened to the stories in our congregation and come to understand how important it is to have a clear commitment to full inclusion. We are so proud to be a partner with kin•dom community, an organization that was founded by Rev. Pepa Paniagua, who grew up at VPC. This organization provides safe spaces of belonging for queer youth. And this coming Sunday, we are honored to have Rev. Dr. John Leedy, the current Executive Director of kin•dom, preach in our Sunday morning service.

JD talks to Donna Weinberger about the organisation Inspire Recovery of West Palm Beach, Florida about what it does and how it helps LGBTQIA Youth in these trying times. We're also talking to Chris Rhodes of Next Level Talent next week as putting on event soon to benefit Inspire Recovery. To watch this on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

She's your favorite drag queen's favorite drag queen--the LEGENDARY Sasha Colby is here! The 'RuPaul's Drag Race' winner spills the tea on returning for 'All Stars', and if she would consider taking over for RuPaul whenever she retires. Plus, Sasha shares her incredible journey growing up trans in Hawai'i, and gives a supportive message to the queer youth who are watching.

Cynthia Levesque and Abby Richards have organized a place where local queer youth can go to that isn't home, school or work. 

#podcast #podcasting #intrusivethoughts #hottopics #diddy #tsmadison #makeitmakesense This week on Bubba's Banter, we're diving into three powerful headlines at the intersection of Blackness, queerness, and accountability.Khalen Saunders is launching an LGBTQIA+ inclusive youth football camp — a bold move in the NFL world. Is this what real allyship looks like, or just a start?Then we celebrate TS Madison, who opened The Starter House, a reentry home for formerly incarcerated Black trans women, on Trans Day of Visibility. A real example of community care and legacy in action.Finally, we dig into Terrence Howard's recent viral interview — including allegations of sexual advances from male producers, and his refusal to play gay roles to “protect his man card.” We're unpacking the toxic masculinity and homophobia wrapped up in respectability politics.This one's layered, necessary, and unapologetically real. Tap in.—⏱ Timestamps:0:00 - Intro4:03 - Khalen Saunders & Queer-Inclusive Youth Football10:38 - TS Madison's Starter House for Black Trans Women16:14 - Terrence Howard & the “Man Card” Controversy—

Jorge Valencia, the Executive Director and CEO of Point Foundation, joins us to talk about his experience as a queer youth, working with queer youth, and his unique insights on queer youth.  Learn more about the Point Foundation at PointFoundation.org. In this episode: News- 2:05 || Main Topic (Queer Youth)- 13:03 || Guest (Jorge Valencia)- 14:56 || Gayest & Straightest- 54:10 On the Patreon bonus segment, Mike and Kyle get personal while talking about their own queer youth. If you want to support our show while getting ad-free episodes a day early, go to www.patreon.com/gayishpodcast.

This week Bryan, Jules, and Christina are joined by reporter Jasmine Mithani to talk about the Kids Online Safety Act. While protecting children from harmful material online seems like a win for everyone, some LGBTQ organizations fear that KOSA would be used to shut down LGBTQ+ content online and take away important resources for queer youth.  Podcast production by Palace Shaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Bryan, Jules, and Christina are joined by reporter Jasmine Mithani to talk about the Kids Online Safety Act. While protecting children from harmful material online seems like a win for everyone, some LGBTQ organizations fear that KOSA would be used to shut down LGBTQ+ content online and take away important resources for queer youth.  Podcast production by Palace Shaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Bryan, Jules, and Christina are joined by reporter Jasmine Mithani to talk about the Kids Online Safety Act. While protecting children from harmful material online seems like a win for everyone, some LGBTQ organizations fear that KOSA would be used to shut down LGBTQ+ content online and take away important resources for queer youth.  Podcast production by Palace Shaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Bryan, Jules, and Christina are joined by reporter Jasmine Mithani to talk about the Kids Online Safety Act. While protecting children from harmful material online seems like a win for everyone, some LGBTQ organizations fear that KOSA would be used to shut down LGBTQ+ content online and take away important resources for queer youth.  Podcast production by Palace Shaw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this eye-opening episode of the Trans Lesson Plan Podcast, we delve into the remarkable story of Vanguard, a groundbreaking organization that emerged in 1960s San Francisco. Discover how this group of homeless gay youth became pioneers in LGBTQ+ rights and laid crucial groundwork for transgender activism. From their innovative "street sweep" protests to their unapologetic celebration of non-normative identities, Vanguard challenged societal norms and fought for the most marginalized members of the queer community. Learn about their collaboration with Glide Memorial Methodist Church, their impact on local politics, and how their legacy continues to inspire queer youth today. Join us for this inspiring journey through a pivotal chapter in transgender history that reminds us of the power of community, activism, and embracing our differences. ---------------------------------------------------- @translessonplan @mariiiwrld Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/a914d2eca1cf/trans-lesson-plan Merch: https://trans-lesson-plan.printify.me/products --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/translessonplan/support

The heart of any robust advocacy system for LGBTQ+ youth lies within the creation and maintenance of safe, inclusive spaces. These environments empower young individuals to explore and express their identities without fear of judgment or reprisal. In this episode, MAMABEAST Dr. Lulu engages in a profound conversation with Sam, Trudy, and Celeste Lecesne. Together, they explore the intricacies of queer identity, societal pressures, and the significance of supportive spaces for LGBTQ+ youth. This episode not only celebrates queer identities but also addresses the prevalent myths and misconceptions surrounding them. Dr. Lulu emphasizes her journey as a parent affirming her transgender child, while Sam and Trudy delve into their personal experiences of coming out and navigating their identities. From discussing the role of parents in supporting their kids to the importance of representation, the conversation sheds light on various crucial aspects affecting queer youth today. The episode also highlights the exceptional work of The Future Perfect Project and its podcast, "I'm Feeling Queer Today," as platforms for young voices to thrive and be heard. Importance of Parents Affirming their LGBTQ+ Children: Emphasizing that parents need to move from acceptance to active affirmation of their child's identity. Exploring Sexuality and Gender Identity: Discussion on the fluidity of sexuality and gender, advocating for self-exploration and personal understanding. Role of The Future Perfect Project: The organization's dedication to providing safe, creative spaces where queer youth can express themselves and feel validated. Creation of Inclusive Media: The podcast "I'm Feeling Queer Today" serves as a critical platform where LGBTQ+ youth can share their stories and experiences directly. Emotional and Practical Support for Youth: Both Sam and Trudy share their own journeys and stress the need for supportive communities and honest conversations. Links and Resources Website: ⁠⁠www.dr-lulu.com⁠⁠ IG @drlulutalkradio Linkedin: ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/DrLulu/⁠⁠ Youtube: @drlulutalkradio ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Linktree

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports on Sha'Carri Richardson securing her Olympic bid by running the fastest 100m in the world. In Utah, three pride centers are closing their doors because of DEI bans. Queer summer camps are providing refuge for queer youth. Four queer friends started a basketball club in Chicago and they cheer for airballs. The Chicago Pride parade is shorter this year so let me tell you all about it. Let's go!    00:00 - Welcome to the Queer News podcast  3:15 - Leave a Queer News Tip, Email info at e3radio.fm or leave a message here https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/243669/19/rc6z5z67pp1op502  3:41 - Join the QCrew, https://bit.ly/3L3Ng66  4:20 - Queer News headlines 4:20 - Sha'Carri Richardson securing her Olympic bid by running the fastest 100m 6:24 - In Utah three pride centers are closing their doors because of DEI bans 9:44 - Queer summer camps are providing refuge for queer youth 12:08 - Listen & follow the I'm Feeling Queer Today podcast, https://www.thefutureperfectproject.org/podcast  12:39 - The Chicago Pride parade is shorter this year so let me tell you all about it 14:48 - Four queer friends started a basketball club in Chicago and they cheer for airballs 16:31 - Listen & follow the Second Sunday podcast, https://secondsundaypod.com  17:04 - Anna's Word  

This week we welcome special guests who open the episode, the youth from the Keep Awake Retreat held at Massanetta Springs Conference Center. Special Guest:Dr. Sarah Leer, practical theologian and youth workerQuestion of the Week: In many church contexts, youth are not empowered because they are deemed to need experience or maturity to be leaders. But regarding many justice issues, especially queer inclusion and affirmation, youth already have questions and have developed thoughts and ideas on what the church should be doing. But they may not be listened to or even asked, even when it comes to their own identity or experience. How do we change this paradigm and build truly inclusive and affirming communities of faith? Sarah's WebsiteFor Listening Guides, click here!Got a question for us? Send them to faithpodcast@pcusa.org! A Matter of Faith website

When the pages of a book become a battleground for human rights, conversations like the one I have with Bill Konigsberg become not just relevant, but vital. Award-winning and openly gay, Bill Konigsberg has been on the frontlines, both as a sports writer for ESPN and now as a YA author facing the harsh reality of book bans. In an era where queer-themed literature is under siege, Bill's voice is a beacon for authenticity and representation, illuminating the importance of storytelling in the lives of queer teens and the broader community.Transitioning from the adrenaline-infused world of sports journalism to the heartfelt realm of YA fiction, Bill's tale is not just a career shift but a testament to courage and the power of living one's truth. He shares the intimate details of his journey, underscoring the impact that embracing his identity has had on his writing and ultimately, on readers who see themselves reflected in his characters, as well the life-threatening impact that books bans in Republican-led states can have on queer kids. It's a poignant reminder of the resilience required to navigate personal and professional landscapes that aren't always welcoming or safe for the LGBTQ+ community.The episode wraps with a focus on the future, not only for Bill but for all writers and readers in the LGBTQ+ space. We touch upon the collective effort of Authors Against Banned Books and the diverse challenges faced by authors across the spectrum of queer identities. Bill's insights and experiences reveal the multifaceted nature of storytelling in times of adversity, and his commitment to enriching young adult literature with queer narratives that inspire, validate, and empower. In this episode, Bill explains how he navigates the tides of change and censorship, and how he remains hopeful and tenacious in crafting stories that affirm queer lives.Recommended:Destination Unknown - Bill KonigsbergThe Music of What Happens - Bill KonigsbergOpenly Straight - Bill Konigsberg-------------------------Follow Deep Dive:InstagramPost.newsYouTube Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com **Artwork: Dovi Design **Music: Joystock

Hey gang. We have news audio from KFOR, KOCO 5, News 9 and CBS. We'll be using this audio blended with print journalism to tell the story of Oklahoma Queer Youth And Children under attack. The Emcee rapping at the end is Atlas AKA Patrick Kelly. The title of the record is They/Them.

Lawmakers and queer youth rally in Frankfort against Senate Bill 150 and for better LGBTQ legislation, Kentucky voters could decide if the governor's pardoning powers are restricted, a new bipartisan bill takes aim at protecting candidates from artificial intelligence, and one Lexington husband and wife demonstrate why pottery has endured for so long.

Dr. Igor Grabovac graduated in Medicine from the School of Medicine, University of Zagreb in Croatia. During his student days, he developed an interest in improving health in vulnerable communities and conducted research on discrimination of LGBT patients and doctors in the Croatian health care system. He has worked for the International Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer Youth and Student Organization (IGLYO) as a member of the Health Working Group, where he was involved with policy and research on access to healthcare for young LGBTIQA+ people in Europe. After a medical internship and obtaining his medical license as a general practitioner, he started working at the Institute of Occupational Medicine, University Clinic for Internal Medicine at the Vienna General Hospital. He has also earned his doctorate in Public Health at the Medical University of Vienna in Austria, where he was the first resident physician in public health in Austria at the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine. Igor also coordinates the Public Health curriculum for undergraduate students in human medicine at the Medical University of Vienna. He is also a co-editor of the recent book, Sexual Behaviour and Health in Older Adults. If you would like to learn more about Dr. Igor Grabovac and his work, go check out his lab, and his research. If you want to catch up on other shows, just visit our website and please subscribe! We love our listeners and welcome your feedback, so if you love Our Better Half, please give us a 5-star rating and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. It really helps support our show! As always, thanks for listening!

“The parent's role is to guide and to nourish. Not to dictate or tell them how they should be, how they [should] live their life.” - Gabriel VidalThis quote really sets the tone for what you can expect in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast. This episode's guest is one of my favorite people and once you hear the interview you will see why. Gabe is the Director of Youth Organizing for the GSA (Gender/Sexuality Alliance). He is also a Queer and Trans DJ. And, I am so excited to introduce you to him in this episode of Dem Bois Podcast.We talk:Gabe's transition journey - 7:31How he experimented with gender identity - 13:07Having parents who are allies - 24:53Advice for queer youth without that strong foundation - 30:43Advice for parents of queer youth - 35:57Music as a creative outlet - 43:59Click here for transcript!ReferencesGender/Sexuality AllianceRead more about our guest in his bio below:Gabriel (he/him/Gabe) is a queer trans DJ, record collector and community organizer born and raised in Los Angeles. His approach to music has been shaped by his family, community organizing and underground music communities. Collecting records has been an outlet of his own transformation and a way to celebrate the experiences of his communities and others. Additionally, Gabriel is the Director of Youth Organizing for Genders & Sexualities Alliance Network and spends his extra free time DJing in local venues and community events in the Los Angeles area. https://mixcloud.com/gfunktrecehttps://www.instagram.com/gfunktreceAre you enjoying the Dem Bois Podcast? Donate today to help support the cost of production and the honorarium we pay our guests for their time. All donations are tax-deductible. Click here! Donate to support our 2023 Gender Affirming Surgery Grant Fund here!

Watch/Listen to this and all episodes ad free by joining the ITBR Patreon for only $5 a month! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/ivorytowerboilerroom⁠⁠ Fiction writer, Lucian Childs enters the ITBR to discuss his new novel “Dreaming Home” where he addresses topics of Conversion Therapy, Family Abuse, and Queer Youth Homelessness by tracing the 40-year history of one Texas family. On this episode, Lucian cites his research on Conversion Therapy and says "42 billion youth are homeless annually and 40% of those identify as LGBTQ+” highlighting a problem where many Americans do not support queer culture, and queer youth find it difficult to receive acceptance in their homes. Lucian and Andrew discuss the difficulties the Democratic party face in having to promote queer friendly laws while also warding off Republican hate speech.  Finally, Lucian opens up about the public response to his novel and says “readers that I talk to like the fact they have to fill in the blanks between the stories themselves” displaying the fluidity of the novel and its characters and how they can seemingly merge together. Follow Lucian on Instagram, @lucian_childs and on X, @lucianchilds Check out Lucian's LinkTree, @lucian_childs Visit Lucian's website to learn more about him and his work, https://www.lucianchilds.com/ To order a copy of "Dreaming Home" visit, https://www.lucianchilds.com/dreaming-home-buy#DH-online Be sure to follow The SoapBox on IG, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesoapboxny⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesoapboxny⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and call or message them to get your hands on their Four For Fall products! To subscribe to The Gay and Lesbian Review visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠glreview.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Click Subscribe, and enter promo code ITBR50 to receive 50% off any print or digital subscription. Follow them on IG, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@theglreview⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Head to Broadview Press, an independent academic publisher, for all your humanities related books. Use code ivorytower for 20% off your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ broadviewpress.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠order. Follow them on IG, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@broadviewpress⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Order and follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mandeemadeit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (on IG) mention ITBR, and with your first order you'll receive a free personalized gift! Follow That Ol' Gay Classic Cinema on IG, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thatolgayclassiccinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and listen here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-ol-gay-classic-cinema/id1652125150⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow ITBR on IG, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ivorytowerboilerroom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, TikTok, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ivorytowerboilerroom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and X, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@IvoryBoilerRoom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Thanks to the ITBR team! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Andrew Rimby⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Host/Director), ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mary DiPipi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Chief Contributor), and our Fall 23 interns (Jonathan and Sara) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivorytowerboilerroom/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivorytowerboilerroom/support

In this episode, host Katie Bausler chats with Lucian Childs, author of Dreaming Home, a powerful collection of six linked short stories on the outing of a gay teenager by his younger sister, his father's violent reaction and how that trauma ripples through the course of four decades. The stories, set in Texas, the San Francisco Bay Area and Florida, deftly weave issues like conversion therapy, Queer Youth homeless, combat veteran PTSD, and the AIDS pandemic. Since its summer 2023 release Dreaming Home has made the best books lists of the New York Times, The Globe and Mail, LAMBDA Literary Review and more.

Executive Director Brian Wenke sits down with Cameron to discuss the It Gets Better Project, a nonprofit organization with a mission to uplift, empower, and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth around the globe.

Connect with MDSML: -Join the mailing list for weekly queer joy! mdsml.substack.com -Connect with Lauren! laurendeborah.substack.com  -Email the pod! mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com -LGBTQIA+ resources Since recording this episode, SAG-AFTRA has gone on strike. If you want to find out more information about the strikes and ways you can help support them, here are some links to the pages Jason recommends: -sagaftrastrike.org -wgacontract2023.org Jason T. Gaffney (he/him) is one of my nearest and dearest humans/friends/inspirations and it is an absolute pleasure to have him in my life. So you can only imagine how delighted I was to have someone so special to me as a guest on this podcast. Jason is an actor, writer, producer, and podcaster and his films Analysis Paralysis, The Perfect Wedding, and Out of Body feature gay leads in a post-coming-out world. Additionally, Marriage of Inconvenience, his new LGBTQIA+ series is out now and streaming on Dekkoo!  In this episode: -Jason is very passionate about showcasing all aspects of our queer lives, and not just coming out. The other elements are lacking in the film and television industry, and Jason is filling those gaps with his work! -Jason's mom features in this episode and she is nothing short of a legend! -There is nothing like The Full Monty to help you realise you are gay! -My mission in life is to be friends with my friends' moms! -We all need to channel our inner Han Solo at times! -Listeners you are BLESSED with tips from Jason on the film and TV industry in this episode! -Jason's story is beautiful, and while we know this is not the case for everyone, a reminder that these stories can so often be so full of love is such a beautiful thing! -This story has a coming out with a capital “O”, meaning a public outting, with consent, with a gorgeous story and dedication! -We want you to be in touch with every aspect of yourself: masculine, feminine, non-binary! There is so much to explore and love about each! -Allowing folks to be their full selves, comfortably, on set makes them feel loved and welcome and makes for far more authentic performances! -Jason is pen pals with Bette Midler! -We hear a lot of very special on-set stories from Jason's various projects! -Update on the travel plan dilemma discussed: I fixed it!  Connect with my guest: -Follow Jason on Twitter @JasonTGaffney -Follow Jason on Instagram @JasonTGaffney -Connect with Jason on Facebook facebook.com/ActorAuthorJasonTGaffney  -Check out Jason's Production Company: MyPetHippoProductions.com   Resources: -Hot Target by Suzanne Brockmann -BEAUTIFUL dedication to Jason from Hot Target Behind the scenes: -Podcast production and editing made possible by: Alexi Johnson and Alistair Ogden -Logo Art: @raphe.ca -Music: Shawn Kangro -Follow the podcast network: @604podnetwork -This episode of My Dad Stole My Limelight was recorded with @SquadCast

Episode 80 Guest is Jameson Johnson / Ophelia Peaches. Jameson is and has always been Genderfluid. As young as four years old, they were wearing princess dresses and pirate costumes interchangeably without preference. Growing up in Colorado in a low-income, single-parent household as a Domestic Violence survivor, Jameson understands what it is like to be Queer and powerless. At the age of thirteen, Jameson began performing in Drag under the persona of Ophelia Peaches. As one of the first youth Drag artists of this generation, Jameson has found media attention and activism opportunities to uplift fellow Queer youth. Using their platform, Jameson and their mother created a 501c3 named Dragutante featured on a Discovery+ series during Pride Month 2022. Jameson has performed as Ophelia Peaches on Denver's Pride main stage since 2019 and is a public speaker and emcee. Having received numerous community awards for their activism, Jameson continues to fearlessly use their voice both on and off stage to fight for equity, inclusion, and diversity. Full Shownotes: ⁠https://miavoss.live/80 Find Mia On Social Media ⁠here⁠. Listen and subscribe to the podcast: ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ | ⁠RadioPublic⁠ | ⁠PocketCasts⁠ | ⁠Anchor⁠  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miavosslive/support

In this episode the boys bring on Maxwell Poth author of “Young Queer Youth” where he brings a curation of stories together from 73 queer youth people, mainly in rural areas across America, to talk about their queer experience, ages 9-18. The boys talk to Maxwell about what he's learned, how this book is continuing to grow, and Maxwell's own personal coming out story. There's more the boys talk about outside Maxwell's story but I guess you'll have to listen to find out! Enjoy!We hope you enjoy this episode just as much as we do. It's our dream to grow this podcast, so please leave us a review as it would mean the world to us! We love you and stay HOLESOME!! - Jaycee @jayceequeen and Pinij @pnalampoon

No matter where they live, Queer Youth deserve safe spaces, supportive resources and affirming care to advance into adulthood with health, opportunity and equity. In this special Pride-month episode, we're joined by Shannon Webb from Compass Health as we focus on behavioral health services for LGBTQ+ Youth in rural and suburban communities, where access to these services has been traditionally limited if not entirely absent. Shannon shares her own story which led her from a home with an incarcerated parent to working in social work to advocate for and empower young people across the Puget Sound region.  Presented by C89.5 in partnership with Seattle Children's, Coping 101 is an ongoing series led by students in Nathan Hale High School's Podcast Club that destigmatizes mental health from a teen's perspective, made possible with local support from Valley Cities, Hansmire Builders and Audian and Compass Health - NW Washington's Behavioral Healthcare leader. No matter our age or background we all face challenges, and there are healthy ways to cope. Get started with more episodes, and find community-centric resources online at c895.org/coping101 More about Compass Health: compasshealth.org LGBTQ+ Mental Health resources: Coping 101

Hopefully this is the beginning of the end of LGBTQAI+ influences in our public schools. March    •    March: Bisexual Health Awareness Month    •    Week varies in March: National LGBT Health Awareness Week    •    March 31: International Transgender Day of VisibilityApril    •    April 6: International Asexuality Day    •    April 10: National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day    •    Third Friday of April: Day of Silence    •    April 18: National Transgender HIV Testing Day    •    April 18: Nonbinary Parents Day    •    April 26: Lesbian Visibility DayMay    •    First Sunday In May: International Family Equality Day    •    May 17: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia    •    May 19: National Asian & Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day    •    May 22: Harvey Milk Day    •    May 24: Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility DayJune    •    June: LGBTQ Pride Month    •    June 1: LGBTQ Families Day    •    June 12: Pulse Remembrance     •    June 15: Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Bostock decision expanding protections to LGBTQ employees    •    June 26: Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court legalizing marriage equality    •    June 27: National HIV Testing Day    •    June 28: Stonewall Day    •    June 30: Queer Youth of Faith DayJuly    •    Week of July 14: Nonbinary Awareness Week, culminates in International Nonbinary People's Day on July 14    •    July 16: International Drag DaySeptember    •    September 18: National HIV/AIDS & Aging Awareness Day    •    Week of September 23: Bisexual+ Awareness Week, culminates in Celebrate Bisexuality Day on September 23    •    September 27: National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness DayOctober    •    October: LGBTQ History Month    •    October 8: International Lesbian Day    •    October 11: National Coming Out Day    •    October 15: National Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day    •    October 19: National LGBT Center Awareness Day    •    Third Wednesday in October: International Pronouns Day    •    Third Thursday in October: Spirit Day     •    Last week in October: Asexual Awareness Week    •    October 26: Intersex Awareness DayNovember    •    First Sunday of November: Transgender Parent Day    •    November 13 - 19: Transgender Awareness Week    •    November 20: Transgender Day of RemembranceDecember    •    December 8: Pansexual/PanromIdaho StorySupport the showDONATE, TODAY!www.ParentsRightsInEducation.com

Did you know that June 30th is officially Queer Youth of Faith Day?! Our friends at Beloved Arise are sponsoring this special episode to kick off Pride Month, featuring top runners of their essay contest asking the questions: How has your faith shaped you as a person and helped you in hard times? How have others challenged your faith and/or identity, and how did you persevere?  Of all the essays submitted, Beloved Arise will select five finalists to get $10,000 in academic scholarships! Beloved Arise is multi-faith, sending messages of love, affirmation, and blessing to youth who are not just Christian. They also do work in mental health, the arts, storytelling…anything that will send the message that queer youth are divine, beloved, and blessed. Check them out at www.belovedarise.org and #QYFday. Yass, Jesus! is hosted by Danny Franzese and Azariah Southworth. Our producers are Ross Murray and Meredith Paulley. Sound, music, and post-production by Chris Heckman.   Get to know us better, support our show or Buy Us a Coffee:   Daniel Franzese  https://whatsupdanny.com/  Twitter Instagram Facebook Azariah Southworth  https://azariahspeaks.com/  Instagram Facebook   Ross Murray  The Naming Project GLAAD  Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yassjesus/message

Meet my new friend who is a Queer Youth Ambassador for the LGBTQ Community Center Greater Cleveland. Listen to their story on who they are, why they became and Ambassador and their love for plants!  for information on the center visit: lgbtcleveland.org  Listen. Learn. Love.  

Every day, queer teens and young adults are challenged by the politicization of gender identity and sexual orientation and the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination. And the mental health consequences are alarming. A staggering 45 percent of LGBTQ+ youth 13 through 24 report to have seriously considered suicide, and 14 percent have tried to hurt themselves, according to a 2022 report from The Trevor Project. Given that LGBTQ+ youth face continued fights around their identity, what are mental health concerns specific to queer youth? And what support is necessary for LGBTQ+ teens and young adults to take care of their well-being amid a national political climate that's working against them? MPR News shares a special broadcast from Call to Mind, American Public Media's initiative to foster conversations about mental health. The special “Queer Youth Resilience & Mental Health” is hosted by Kimberly Adams. Guests: Brian Coleman is a licensed clinical professional counselor at Jones College Prep High School in Chicago Public School District. Laura Holt is a licensed psychologist with Mental Health Services-Habif Health and Wellness Center at Washington University in St. Louis. Jordyn Pruitt is a student at Georgia College & State University. Danielle Ramo is a licensed psychologist and the Chief Clinical Officer at BeMe Health. She's also an adjunct associate professor at the University of California San Francisco.  Steven Rocha is the policy director at PRISM Florida, an organization that aims to expand access to LGBT-inclusive education and sexual health resources for youth in South Florida.  Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.   

Today is March 31, 2023. It's International Transgender Day of Visibility. And Queer Youth Assemble has organized the March For Queer & Trans Youth Autonomy. It's set to be one of the largest queer and trans youth marches in history, with events across all 50 states and Washington, DC. We had the honor of speaking with three of the group's leaders—Alia Cusolito, Esmée Silverman, and Faith Cardillo—about what they have planned for TDOV, how they're experiencing this moment, and what everyone can do to support LGBTQIA+ youth right now.Queer Youth Assemble is a queer youth-led non-profit serving queer youth under 25 in the United States. You can follow them on Instagram and TikTok at @queeryouthassemble and on Twitter @qyouthassemble. Head to queeryouthassemble.org for more information on how to get involved, and to donate.Alia is on Instagram @alia.cusolito. Esmée is on Instagram and Twitter @esmeesactivism. And Faith is on Instagram @goalkeeping_faith, Twitter @faithgk11, and at linktr.ee/faithcardillo.Alia Cusolito (they/them) is Co-President of Queer Youth Assemble and one of the national march's central organizers. They're 17 and have been involved in activism on various levels since they were a young kid. They advocate for liberation and autonomy for all people, with hope of a future that is safe and compassionate. Esmée Silverman (they/she) is a nationally renowned queer activist, community organizer, writer, and educator. Described as a spark of creativity, Esmée has used her unique personality and lived experiences as a non-binary asexual woman to improve the lives of queer & trans youth through events, protests, education, and other endeavors. They currently serve as the co-founder and co-president of Queer Youth Assemble, a non-profit bringing autonomy and joy to all queer & trans youth across the United States. Faith Cardillo (she/they) is an athlete and political activist and advocate from Union, New Jersey whose expertise is in gun violence prevention, human rights, and voting rights. Faith is a representative on the NJ Youth Legislative Council, a member of the policy team for March For Our Lives NJ, and a member of the National Training Team for Students Demand Action. Faith also serves as the Head of Onboarding for Queer Youth Assemble.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram and Twitter @JVN and @Jonathan.Vanness on Facebook. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Chris McClure, and Erin McKeon. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. 

Kk Naimool was born in Trinidad and Tobago and followed a winding path to Beacon. Kk, who uses all pronouns, has worked closely with Newburgh's LGBTQ Center and the Cornwall school district to support gay and trans people. She is also on Beacon's Human Rights Commission and helped found a consulting group called Collective Justice that works with mutual aid pods and other community nonprofits. “Wherever you start is a good place to start,” Kk says in this surprisingly hilarious interview.

Addiction, and more importantly Recovery, in the Queer Community has always been near and dear to my heart. Historically, we see higher substance use disorder and mental health concerns with those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and oftentimes we experience societal traumas without even knowing it. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in Queer Youth and this has to stop. Join me in this fight. This is an epidemic with no vaccine. Please share this podcast with just 1 person who may benefit from what we discuss today and remember- Your voice is important, amplify it! Nate Kelly, Creator & Host TSD You can connect with Nate on IG @podcastnate The Trevor Project The Thought Lounge Join me, with co-host Angela Pugh (Addiction Unlimited), in “The Thought Lounge”. The Thought Lounge is a weekly live-streamed talk show covering trending lifestyle & culture topics. We dish, we laugh, we may cry who knows?! We have fun though, that's for sure! If this sounds like you, join us every Tuesday, in “The Thought Lounge” - LIVE on YouTube & Facebook with replays across all social platforms. - www.youtube.com/natekelly - www.facebook.com/thesobrietydiaries *The Sobriety Diaries is a video podcast where we share powerful stories of recovery told by those who lived them. You can find us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts with new episodes every Wednesday, subscribe now! *Please share our show with just 1 person in your life who may be struggling, you just never know what they may need to hear today. Also, please consider donating to The Sobriety Diaries here: https://www.thesobrietydiaries.com/support/ Your donations help us to source the best stories from around the world and keep the show going! *Exact Nature! All-Natural CBD products for those of us in recovery. Use code TSD20 at checkout at www.exactnature.com *Get your TSD merch at www.thesobrietydiaries.com/shop *Follow us on Instagram @thesobrietydiariespod *Find all things TSD related and join our insiders list at www.thesobrietydiaries.com Music: www.bensound.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sobriety-diaries/id1570033658?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aKbMuMUb2jjTkBBD41Mhm Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7d2e7a94-e2b0-4939-ba84-c2cf1b60fe7a/the-sobriety-diaries Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81YjYzNDVkOC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Anchor: https://anchor.fm/sobrietydiaries iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sobriety-diaries-84267990/ Radio Public: https://radiopublic.com/the-sobriety-diaries-Wa0nBA PocketCasts: https://pca.st/6i505fmy *Try your best not to drink, and be good to yourself!* --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sobrietydiaries/support

In this final episode in this series honoring Blaire Ostler [scholar, author, and warrior at the complex intersection of the Mormon and Queer worlds], Val and Nathan walk through 15 suggestions given by Blaire on how we can do a better job educating ourselves and those around us on queer issues so that our queer children and adolescents feel seen, safer, and valued. Please share this entire series with those around you who may not understand the psychological costs exacted upon our own loved ones due to current Queer-phobic theology. Helping others see this issues with new eyes might protect a precious life.************************************Contact Valerie at info@valeriehamaker.com to get on a waitlist for one of her space limited processing/support groups mentioned in this episode.

  https://youtu.be/1LQ2pz-3u_A YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Trust me. I know you because I am you. I've been exactly where you are right now and I can help you navigate through this crazy shit storm and come out the other side with the clarity, courage and confidence to own your beautiful life. Schedule Your Confidential Consultation When I was younger, I remember always being different; no interest in sports, a little effeminate, “husky.” I remember being teased for being different, feeling unloved and eating away the pain. Life would be easier if it ended and no one would miss me if I was gone. Back then, the only place I felt safe was at home, eating in front of the TV. School was unsafe. There were bullies I couldn't hide from. Every day, they called me a faggot, a queer, “Gavid Gaybramson.” I FELT UNLOVABLE AND ALONE. Eventually I met someone ”like me.” It wasn't love, but it allowed me to experience some life, to understand and appreciate differences and to learn I was not the only one. I soon started to share my true self in small steps. First, with people at a distance (a friend in New York). Then, a person a little closer (a friend from high school). There was always this lingering fear of rejection, humiliation and finding out I was not really good enough to love.  

This week I welcome Anya from LGBT Youth Scotland, Lee from Cara-Friend NI and Liam from The Proud Trust. We pick our favourite Heartstopper moments from season 1 and talk about the amazing work that Youth Workers do across the UK & Ireland to support queer young people. I've been waiting for this episode for a long time so I am super excited!! During the episode Liam mentions Behind the Lense which explores LGBT+ history through media incliding Heartstopper and it's impact of lgbt representation on screen. If you;d like to take a look you can download it for free - click or tap here! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @properfullongaypodcast Send in a voice message and tell us what you think: https://anchor.fm/properfullongaycrisis/message About Proper Full-On Gay Podcast Proper Full-On Gay Podcast is an LGBTQIA+ podcast which draws inspiration from Alice Oseman's graphic novels & Netflix series Heartstopper. Each week guest hosts from the UK & Irelands leading LGBTQIA+ Youth Organisations join the show to relive favourite Heartstopper moments and bring the experiences of our favourite characters to life in the real world. We explore the challenges that queer youth overcome and talk about the work that our partner organisations do to support young people across the UK & Ireland. About Heartstopper: Heartstopper is a British coming-of-age romantic comedy television series on Netflix, adapted from the webcomic and graphic novel of the same name by Alice Oseman. Written by Oseman herself, the series primarily tells the story of Charlie Spring (Joe Locke), a gay schoolboy who falls in love with classmate Nick Nelson (Kit Connor), whom he sits next to in his new form. It also explores the lives of Tao (William Gao), Elle (Yasmin Finney), Tara (Corinna Brown) and Darcy (Kizzy Edgell). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/properfullongaypodcast/message

Today, I have a conversation with my friend Matt Corker about living unapologetically yourself in all areas of your life. Matt opens up about his experience being a gay father and husband and how he had to become the queer role model and representation he needed to create a life he really wanted. He shares how he found the man of his dreams by following the 5 date rule for one whole year. We also talk about how vital it is to create healthy family boundaries with heterosexual family members if we want to living full expressed and free. Matt and I both have a deep calling to mentor the next generation of LGBQTIA+ humans and create a new future that truly benefits marginalized communities and all of humanity. We discuss the intentional steps we are taking to do this and how you can be a part of this movement with us.Matt is a proud gay dad to his precious 2-year old Sasha with the love of his life Chad, his husband of 5 years. He's an inspiring coach and is passionate about helping organizations succeed by developing vision-led leaders. Most recently he was the Chief Operating Officer of Smash + Tess, overseeing their operations, sales, and people teams. Matt holds a MBA from the Copenhagen Business School, is a 200 E-RYT yoga teacher, and is a two time lip-sync battle champion.  Resources:Mark Groves video talking about belonging and authenticity: two universal needs all humans share.Lightyear Leadership's FREE course Power My Future. This course will help you start imagining your future and moving toward it today.The two books Matt mentions — Velvet Rage: Overcoming the Pain of Growing Up Gay in a Straight Man's World and The Diamond Cutter: The Buddha on Managing Your Business and Your Life.Connect with Matt on Instagram on @Matt_Corker and learn more about him at mattcorker.com.Connect with me @lucca_petrucci on Instagram or TikTok.This episode was produced by Lucca Petrucci and mixed and mastered by Joel Yoshonis.

This week Brooke invites Rev. Ashley DeTar Birt, co- director of Affirming Youth Ministries, to the podcast. They discuss what we can learn from young people & how faith communities can create safer spaces for queer youth to be their authentic selves. Affirming Youth MinistriesInstagram: @affirmingyouthministries Follow Divine Audacity on Instagram at @divine_audacity

The Respect for Marriage Act passes the U.S. Senate with a bipartisan majority after adopting a “religious freedom” amendment debated by Senators Tammy Baldwin, Mike Lee, Cynthia Lummis and Chuck Schumer (our report also features commentary by James Obergefell and GayUSA's Andy Humm and Ann Northrop). The queer youth commentators of OutCasting Overtime reflect on living under the shadow of anti-LGBTQ hate violence (produced by Marc Sophos). And in NewsWrap: Singapore's sodomy repeal comes with a marriage poison pill, a Tokyo court rejects a marriage equality case while opening the door to change, India's top court hears two marriage equality cases, Russia's plan to ban all queer-positive information passes parliament, Belgium and Western Australia each move to outlaw conversion therapy, Australia's Northern Territory adds LGBTQ people to its anti-discrimination protections, Queensland plans to scrap its gender-affirming surgery prerequisite for birth certificate change, the U.S. relaxes blood donor rules for gay and bisexual men, and more international LGBTQ news reported this week by Tanya Kane-Parry and Allen Tijamo (produced by Brian DeShazor). This special program on the December 5, 2022 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at http://thiswayout.org/donate/

Chloe L. is today's guest from the It Gets Better Youth Summit, and they discuss with Danielle what it's like to be a queer teenager living in North Carolina in the midst of a pandemic. Support Woke AF Daily at Patreon.com/WokeAF to see the full video edition of today's show, and hundreds more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isaiah, Theo, Vincent, and Danielle discuss the impact of Jeffrey Dahmer's crimes on Black and Brown queer youth then and now. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tefilo-fox/message

The one where we are Black flamingos  Nicole is solo this week speaking to Dean Atta, an author, writer and poet from London who is of Greek Cypriot and Caribbean heritage. His award-winning YA book, The Black Flamingo, is a moving coming of age story published in 2019 with inspiration drawn from Dean's life and experiences coming of age as a mixed-race teenage boy. His latest YA book is called Only On The Weekend following the love story of Mack and Karim and Finlay and his new poetry collection, There is (still) love here, is out in September 2022. We spoke about being solid in our identities, telling Black queer stories and the importance of collecting stories from our elders Preorder our book The Half Of It: https://amzn.to/3rDq1qo Our website: https://www.mixedup.co.uk/ Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mixeduppodcast Our Instagram: https://instagram.com/mixedup.podcastDean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deanatta/ The Black Flamingo: https://amzn.to/3BxmmAS Only On The Weekends: https://amzn.to/3dwPQXm Culture mix: Jordan Stephens and Beth Suzanna's The Missing Piece: https://amzn.to/3qSC98r  

New Episode I am looking for more Rainbow Humans of the world! Queer Youth, come out come out wherever you are. This episode I go in so many directions but it all comes back to 1 simple, powerful and beautiful moment. Listen to find out!  for more info on latest episodes, merch, patreon, events, resources and more, please ENTER my world at QueerUniverse.org  listen. learn. love.   

In this bonus episode, DB speaks with Maxx Fenning, who at just 20 years old is the President and Founder of PRISM, a Florida-based nonprofit aiming to expand access to LGBTQ-inclusive eduction and sex ed. They discuss Maxx's experience in high school, learning queer history, and how impactful school board elections are on the sex ed content that students learn. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 6 Team: Creator, Executive Producer, Sound Engineer, and Host: Danielle Bezalel (DB) Co-Producer and Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen Website: Evie Plumb --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 6 is Sponsored by: Clone-A-Willy, Lion's Den, Fun Factory, Uberlube, Beducated (http://beducate.me/bg2151-sexed-podcast), and Exsens. --- Love Sex Ed with DB? Email us at sexedwithdb@gmail.com. --- About the podcast: Sex Ed with DB is a feminist podcast bringing you all the sex ed you never got through unique and entertaining storytelling, centering LGBTQ+ and BIPOC experts. We discuss topics such as birth control, pleasure, LGBTQ+ health and rights, abortion, consent, BDSM, sex and disabilitity, HIV, sex in the media, and more. --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdb Twitter: @sexedwithdb Facebook: @edwithdb ---

In this episode, Robin celebrates PRIDE month by showcasing a very special group of young people from a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization called RAINBOW LABS. Rainbow Labs creates a series of after-school programming (both in-person and online), seeking to mentor and support underserved Queer and Gender Non-Conforming (QGNC) youth ages 12-18. The idea of Rainbow Labs, launched in 2020, was to address the unique challenges faced by queer and gender nonconforming youth. The content of the labs are designed by QGNC youth for QGNC youth, led by a team of mentors who are trained in trauma-informed care, cultural competency, and youth development. Rainbows Labs is essentially a safe space to explore identity, life skills and empower QGNC to participate in real-world applications.  The Mission of Rainbow Labs is to embolden Queer and Gender Nonconforming youth to discover, curate and experiment with the elements of a fulfilled life through community building and the lived experiences of mentors. Their Vision is a world in which all Queer and Gender Nonconforming Youth see themselves as co-creators of an equitable, and progressive society. In this episode, you will learn… The importance of youth having queer representation to meet, know and work with; as well as the importance of LGBTQIA+ just being kids, and not always having to be “on” as advocates protesting or picketing. Why we, as newly queer youth and queer adults, want and need to be recognized and accepted as queer in all of our respective communities. Why acceptance from our loved ones and close friends is critical to us. How damaging and harmful it can be when we're told by family members, parents, siblings, that, “it's ok to be queer, but just don't tell anyone, keep it to yourself. The similarities and the differences that BOTH of our generations face in the challenges of coming out and living our authentic selves. Queer youth coming-out to their parents; and queer moms coming-out to their (queer) children. What does QGNC stand for? Queer & Gender Nonconforming. The Women Loving Women (Virtual) Speaker Summit is on Saturday, June 25th at 3pm EST. Sign up using this Calendly link: https://calendly.com/womenlovingwomen/women-loving-women-speaker-summit-2  Links to resources: COMING OUT LATE FB GROUP: Join our private FB Group: Coming Out Late Community at: www.facebook.com/groups/comingoutlatecommunity/ WOMEN LOVING WOMEN SUPPORT GROUPS: Want to come to a nighttime WOMEN LOVING WOMEN support group? Or, a daytime WOMEN HELPING WOMEN support group? Email me a request for the Zoom ID & PW's to: Comingoutlater@gmail.com WWW.BUYMEACOFFEE.COM Wanna support our “Coming Out Late” podcast? Then please consider 'buying me a coffee' as a sign of appreciation. Any and all donations are deeply, deeply appreciated!!  Simply go to: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglass STAY TUNED: A NEW PAID MEMBERSHIP WLW COMMUNITY: Robin is launching a new, safe ‘n secure Community for all women who love women in Circle.so. This new paid membership community will be officially launching during PRIDE Month - June 2022. Stay tuned for more details. RAINBOW LABS: www.rainbowlabs.org

In this episode, Robin celebrates PRIDE month by showcasing a very special group of young people from a Los Angeles-based non-profit organization called RAINBOW LABS. Rainbow Labs creates a series of after-school programming (both in-person and online), seeking to mentor and support underserved Queer and Gender Non-Conforming (QGNC) youth ages 12-18. The idea of Rainbow Labs, launched in 2020, was to address the unique challenges faced by queer and gender nonconforming youth. The content of the labs are designed by QGNC youth for QGNC youth, led by a team of mentors who are trained in trauma-informed care, cultural competency, and youth development. Rainbows Labs is essentially a safe space to explore identity, life skills and empower QGNC to participate in real-world applications.  The Mission of Rainbow Labs is to embolden Queer and Gender Nonconforming youth to discover, curate and experiment with the elements of a fulfilled life through community building and the lived experiences of mentors. Their Vision is a world in which all Queer and Gender Nonconforming Youth see themselves as co-creators of an equitable, and progressive society.In this episode, you will learn…The importance of youth having queer representation to meet, know and work with; as well as the importance of LGBTQIA+ just being kids, and not always having to be “on” as advocates protesting or picketing.Why we, as newly queer youth and queer adults, want and need to be recognized and accepted as queer in all of our respective communities.Why acceptance from our loved ones and close friends is critical to us.How damaging and harmful it can be when we're told by family members, parents, siblings, that, “it's ok to be queer, but just don't tell anyone, keep it to yourself.The similarities and the differences that BOTH of our generations face in the challenges of coming out and living our authentic selves.Queer youth coming-out to their parents; and queer moms coming-out to their (queer) children.What does QGNC stand for? Queer & Gender Nonconforming.The Women Loving Women (Virtual) Speaker Summit is on Saturday, June 25th at 3pm EST. Sign up using this Calendly link: https://calendly.com/womenlovingwomen/women-loving-women-speaker-summit-2  Links to resources:COMING OUT LATE FB GROUP:Join our private FB Group: Coming Out Late Community at: www.facebook.com/groups/comingoutlatecommunity/WOMEN LOVING WOMEN SUPPORT GROUPS:Want to come to a nighttime WOMEN LOVING WOMEN support group? Or, a daytime WOMEN HELPING WOMEN support group? Email me a request for the Zoom ID & PW's to: Comingoutlater@gmail.comWWW.BUYMEACOFFEE.COMWanna support our “Coming Out Late” podcast? Then please consider 'buying me a coffee' as a sign of appreciation. Any and all donations are deeply, deeply appreciated!!  Simply go to: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RobinDouglassSTAY TUNED: A NEW PAID MEMBERSHIP WLW COMMUNITY:Robin is launching a new, safe ‘n secure Community for all women who love women in Circle.so. This new paid membership community will be officially launching during PRIDE Month - June 2022. Stay tuned for more details.RAINBOW LABS:www.rainbowlabs.org

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the controversial “Don't Say Gay” bill into law, which would limit discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity in elementary schools. And now, similar measures are being introduced in at least seven other states. Reset uncovers the effects these restrictions could have on queer youth across the U.S. GUESTS: LaSaia Wade, founder and CEO of Brave Space Alliance Dr. Joseph Mello, political science professor at DePaul University