Webinar: Family Support for LGBTQ + Young People

Hosted by FOSI and Born This Way Foundation, this session explored how parents and caregivers can create affirming spaces, better understand the role of online communities in young people’s lives, and strengthen connections at home. Born This Way Foundation shared key insights from research conducted alongside LGBTQ+ young people, offering actionable strategies families can use to show support, navigate mistakes with care, and access resources for ongoing learning. Together, we highlighted how fostering inclusion both online and in person contribute to safe and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ young people. The presentation concluded with a panel discussion featuring perspectives from a Born This Way Foundation researcher, a youth advisor, and a parent advocate of a LGBTQ+ young person.