The LGBTQ+ Youth Program’s purpose is to not only begin the conversation of integrating and including Transgender and/or people in the Queer community within domestic violence and sexual assault prevention work, but also bring the cultural aspect of bringing transgender or/and queer experience into Hmong conversations of gender roles etc.

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This program focuses on the self and society; breaking down social constructs such as gender, race, class, etc. and finding ways to navigate the world as a transgender and/or non-binary gender fluid youth through workshops and interactive activities. In addition, we also practice self-care and-- to the best of our ability--create a “safe” space that is inclusive of all identities through the maintenance and building of professional and interpersonal relationships.

Goals of Youth Program:

• Provide a safe space and a support network for LGBTQ+ HMoob youth;

• Connect them culturally, socially, emotionally, and politically through safe, confidential open dialogue;

• Individual/group mentorship;

• Leadership building;

• Exploring what it means to be queer AND HMoob

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When: Every Wednesdays 4pm to 6pm (virtually on Zoom)

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For more information contact our LGBTQ+ Youth Advocate Kou at kou@ciasiabinc.org or 608-615-7117.