The past few decades have brought tremendous social and cultural change that offer new opportunities for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people such as marriage and broad acceptance in many communities. On the other hand, homosexuality is still a lightning rod issue in the political and religious realms. Once your child has “come out” to you, how can you best show your support as they navigate a world that may be unfamiliar to you. This workshop will discuss the challenges faced by LGBTQ people in their teens and twenties, and offer suggestions for ways parents and other family members can reach out and offer valuable support.
