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HRC\u2019s Parents for Transgender Equality Council Celebrates National Coming Out Day<\/b>
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Post submitted by members of HRC Foundation\u2019s Parents for Transgender Equality National Council<\/em><\/p>\n

Every year on October 11 we celebrate National Coming Out Day<\/a> \u2014 a day dedicated to lifting up the LGBTQ community and highlighting the visibility of millions of people who make up this vibrant group.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The first National Coming Out Day was celebrated in 1988 with the belief that homophobia, biphobia and transphobia exist in a culture of silence, and that hearts and minds are opened when loved ones come out as LGBTQ.<\/p>\n

In the words of Texas State Rep. Julie Johnson<\/a>, \u201cIt\u2019s hard to hate up close.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

But for transgender and non-binary youth, coming out can often feel scary, especially when they fear they won\u2019t be supported by their family members. Sixty-four percent of gender-expansive youth<\/a> report that their families make them feel bad about their identities, and only 22%<\/a> are out to their parents at all.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Yet medical<\/a> and psychological<\/a> organizations across the country state definitively that loving, supporting and affirming trans<\/a> and non-binary kids in their identities is the very best thing that any person can do. And we believe that parents want what is best for their children.\u00a0<\/p>\n

HRC Foundation\u2019s Parents for Transgender Equality Council<\/a> is here to offer some advice that can make the transition a little easier for everyone.<\/p>\n

Open the Door to the Conversation<\/strong>
\n\u201cWe always tried to create an environment for our family where we could talk and listen. Our kids could feel safe enough to come to us about anything. The best advice I have is to actively listen to your kids and to follow their lead with respect and love.\u201d \u2014Jess Girven<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was apparent at a very early age that our child was not conforming to gender stereotypes. I had an inkling that she might be transgender, but I waited for her to articulate her identity more clearly. It wasn’t until she read the children’s book \u2018George\u2019 by Alex Gino that she first learned the word ‘transgender.’ She lit up like a Christmas tree and exclaimed, \u2018Mama! That’s like me!\u2019 If I could do one thing differently, I would have given my daughter more language to better articulate her identity sooner.\u201d \u00a0 \u2014Joy Wilson<\/p>\n

Listen to What Your Child is Trying to Tell You<\/strong>
\n\u201cWhen my husband and I discussed what we wanted for our children, we agreed that it was more important to teach our children to feel confident and to love who they are, rather than bend into society’s demands. Did we want to make our children feel \u2018less\u2019 or to feel like something was so wrong with them? Absolutely and unquestionably, no.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Jen Slipakoff<\/p>\n

\u201cBelieve your child’s experience and trust that your love will carry you forward.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Lizette Trujillo<\/p>\n

Celebrate Diversity<\/strong>
\n\u201cAs a family on this journey, it felt like an awakening and that we hadn’t really been seeing the world in all its diversity and beauty. We always tell people that it took our son to see what it means to truly live<\/a> authentically. We hope others can learn from our experience and understand the great joy that comes with being who you are. Learning this truth empowered not only our children, but everyone in our family..\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Peter Tchoryk<\/p>\n

Find Support<\/strong>
\n\u201cIt\u2019s statistically impossible, but sometimes it feels like you might be the only person in the world with a transgender child. Finding other parents of other gender expansive kids can really be empowering, reassuring and beneficial. I often have questions about school, doctors and sports teams. Other parents who share a similar journey have been incredibly helpful in pointing me in the right direction.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Amber Briggle<\/p>\n

Give Your Child Time to Explore<\/strong>
\n\u201cFrequently parents who call<\/a> us for advice seem to want a ‘definitive’ answer with what to do with a young child who is presenting as either possibly trans<\/a>, or whose expression is all over the map. I often recommend taking a step back and allowing this exploration to unfold in its own time and space.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Mimi Lemay<\/p>\n

\u201cOur child has come out to us twice in the past three years. The first time they were 10 and told us that they were transgender. They did not know that there were other people like them and they were afraid of rejection. We all had a steep learning curve, but we knew that we needed to support our child no matter what. Now my child identifies as non-binary and I am so proud of our kiddo!\u201d \u2014Sarah Watson<\/p>\n

Talking with Other family Members is Important, Too<\/strong>
\n\u201cTake extra care to be mindful of siblings. Explain to them what is happening, so they are on the same page. It\u2019s important that they are included in all family decisions and discussions regarding appropriate ways to respect and treat their trans<\/a> sibling. In addition, be aware that they may be jealous of the extra attention that is given to their sibling. When our daughter, Jazz, transitioned at five, her older sister was upset that she\u2019d no longer be the only princess in the house, but after explaining the challenges Jazz would face she completely turned around and exclaimed, \u2018I\u2019m going to be the best big sister ever.\u2019 If other family members refuse to embrace, support and accept your child, then keep them at bay and let them know that all contact will cease until they are ready to love your child unconditionally.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Jeanette Jennings<\/p>\n

Understand That Coming Out Isn\u2019t a One-Time Thing<\/strong>
\n\u201cTrans people will have to or may want to come out again and again to a variety of people and in a variety of settings. You can\u2019t assume once your child gives permission to tell someone that that means permission to out them in any situation. Ask your child each time it needs to happen about what messaging they would like given.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Amy D\u2019Arpino<\/p>\n

Remind Them that your Love is Unconditional<\/strong>
\n\u201cI would tell my child<\/a> \u2018what you are in your heart and mind is more important than what people think of you based on some other body parts.\u2019 At the end of the day, this journey is your child\u2019s, and as a parent, the best answer at any given time is \u2018I love you and support you: today, tomorrow, unconditionally.\u2019\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Mimi Lemay\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cI told Z that Dad\u2019s love comes with a lifetime guarantee.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Louis Porter<\/p>\n

Know That You Are Not Alone<\/strong>
\n\u201cWe found that there were so many more families like ours out there than we had ever imagined.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Ea Porter<\/p>\n

\u201cConnect with other parents and introduce your child to other trans<\/a> youth. There is nothing more empowering for a child than to see themselves in another, and nothing more reassuring for you and your family than knowing that you are NOT ALONE. Together we can make this world safer and more inclusive for our trans<\/a> and gender non-conforming kids.\u201d\u00a0 \u2014Lizette Trujillo<\/p>\n

For more information and resources, visit the <\/em>Parents for Transgender Equality National Council page<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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