LGBTQIA + History Month

I noticed on my calendar that it is LGBTQIA + History Month and it couldn’t have been a better time to write this, as I have had several conversations with parents, clients, and friends and family about topics related to the LGBTQIA + community.
I understand the fears and misunderstandings that many parents have when it comes to raising children and how to support them in exploring their sexual orientation and identity, just as I understand how it might be challenging to learn about this topic in general for anyone. My hopes and intentions are for others to educate themselves and learn about the importance of respect, understanding and acceptance of other people that are different than them, because we all deserve to feel safe and loved.

Here are some resources that can help enhance your knowledge and educate you on this topic:

-Exploring Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Youth. This is through the Institute of Child Psychology
https://instituteofchildpsychology.com/product/exploring-gender-identity-sexual-orientation-in-youth/

-Here is a website that shares some history and some education for those interested in learning more:
https://www.queerevents.ca/canada/pride/history

The Government of Canada has some information about Transgender Awareness which includes a variety of resources, events and training opportunities:
-Transgender Awareness Week - Canada.ca

PFLAG Parents and friends of lesbians and gays, is the first and largest organization that provides support, education and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ people and their family and friends.
PFLAG Canada | For All Families