BY BTL STAFF
LAKE ORION – A new group to help the guardians of trans youth better understand the realities and experiences of trans identities is set to launch next week.
The group will be facilitated by Lisa Goyette, a trans activist and ally and proud parent of a trans son. Goyette is a member of Stand With Trans, a nonprofit organization working to provide trans youth with the tools needed so they can be empowered, supported and validated as they transition into their authentic selves.
"You just have to love your kids – unconditionally. The rest will come. I have seen first-hand what happens when a trans teen is given support, understanding and acceptance. And, I've seen the devastation when they are not supported," Stand With Trans founder Roz Keith said in a press release about the new support group.
Meetings will be held every first and third Tuesday of each month. The first meeting will take place at 7 p.m. Jan. 19 at St. Mary's In-The-Hills Episcopal Church. The group will serve the Lake Orion, Oxford, Clarkston, Rochester, Pontiac and Troy areas.
St. Mary's In-The-Hills Episcopal Church is located at 2512 Joslyn Court in Lake Orion.
Goyette can be reached by email at [email protected] or by phone at 248-330-8493.
