I Am Me Summit

Program Type:

Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Age Group:

Teen
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Allowed Grades: 6th Grade to 12th Grade

Event Details

The first Gay Straight Alliance summit is a safe space for members to have conversations about the issues facing LGBTQ youth. This summit is meant to create an inclusive environment where youth leave feeling empowered and encouraged to be Who They Are!

Presented by Dallas ISD's Student Advocacy and Youth Outreach department - but all DFW middle and high school students are welcome!

Featured:

Keynote: Senior Corporal Amber Roman, Dallas PD

LGBTQ History Dallas

Breakout Session 1:

  • Youth of color in the LGBTQ community 
  • It Gets Better

Breakout Session 2:

  • Pronouns? Who am I ?How to tell my story
  • Ask the Parent

Breakout Session 3: 

  • Rights of LGBTQ Student- ACLU