By Rainbow Services Librarian Hal
Pride is more than a month of rainbows and parades. Our celebration of Pride Month comes from a history of protest for the liberation of LGBTQ+ people, but June isn’t the only time of year we celebrate the lives, accomplishments, and activism of LGBTQ+ people. October is LGBTQ+ History Month, and in November, we honor Trans Awareness Week.
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Explore the virtual tutorial: Trans Youth Town Hall
The same fight for liberation continues today. Transgender and nonbinary youth are often left out of decisions and conversations that directly impact their lives.
Journalist and transgender activist Raquel Willis moderated a Trans Youth Town Hall to elevate the voices of transgender and nonbinary youth. Together, they discuss the issues that impact them, like participation in sports, access to healthcare, and media representation.
Explore our virtual tutorial to find all three videos, discussion guides, and additional resources. Click the play button on this page to get started!
About Hal
Hal is a children’s librarian who specializes in serving LGBTQ+ young people and their allies. He is passionate about identity exploration through collaborative storytelling and imaginative play.