Trans Youth Speak

Right now across the country, transgender youth are under direct attack—more than 600 anti-trans bills have been introduced in 2025 alone, and at least 26 states now enforce bans or severe limits on gender-affirming care for minors.

That’s why trans and nonbinary youth need supportive adults around them now more than ever.

If you are a parent, guardian, educator, coach, community leader, or just someone who wants to do the right thing, this event is your chance to lean in.

• You’ll hear from trans youth in our community as they speak openly about their experiences, hopes, struggles and victories.

• You’ll gain insight into what real support looks like: meaningful action, affirmation and allyship.

• You’ll join a community committed to showing up—not just for a night, but for the long haul.

YOUR PRESENCE MATTERS!

The courageous youth on our panel will be opening up and sharing their most personal stories. Your attendance—your willingness to listen, to stand, to ask questions, to commit—sends a powerful message that they are NOT alone.

Free to attend • Families, allies, community members welcome

Tuesday, November 18 @ 6:30PM
Burgdorff Cultural Center
10 Durand Road
Maplewood, New Jersey

Sponsored by: Maplewood Division of Arts & Culture • Family Connections Pride+ • North Jersey Pride