This workshop centers and prioritizes LGBTQIA+ identities, experiences, and their safety. Participants will be introduced to the differences between gender expression, assigned sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Discussion topics will include using gender-neutral language and applying pronoun best practices.

This program is part of the Mazzoni Center’s Yes, PLEASE! Health and Well-Being Series, which empowers young people ages 12-24 to make healthy decisions by developing critical thinking and communication skills, reflecting on their own values, and identifying trusted adults and resources in their world. Participants will be given the chance to explore their friendships, behaviors, feelings, and values in an affirming, gender inclusive, and interactive way.

5:15 - 6:30 p.m. For teens and adults.