Race/Ethnicity and LGBTQ2S+ Youth Part 2: Discussion of Black Girls

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

9-10:30 am PT / 10-11:30 am MT / 11-12:30 pm CT / 12 – 1:30 pm ET

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https://ncjfcj-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEldeCurTMvH9xgzPoAz64E8-zMABF-_9x0

Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and experiences faced by LGBTQ2S+ youth from different racial and ethnic backgrounds. They will learn about the specific ways in which race, ethnicity, and gender intersect with LGBTQ2S+ identity, and how these intersections impact the lives of LGBTQ2S+ youth. Participants will gain knowledge about the specific barriers and disparities that LGBTQ2S+ girls of color face in various aspects of their lives, including juvenile justice systems. They will explore the root causes of these disparities and learn strategies to address and mitigate them. Participants will focus on the experiences and needs of LGBTQ2S+ girls of color. They will learn about the unique challenges faced by this group, such as double discrimination based on both race/ethnicity and sexual orientation/gender identity. Through case studies and interactive discussions, participants will develop practical strategies to create inclusive and supportive environments for LGBTQ2S+ girls of color, both in juvenile justice systems and community settings.