PC095: Supporting Transgender and Nonbinary Students in Rural Schools

Wednesday, February 14, 2024
2:00 PM–2:50 PM CST

  • PMD: 4,8
  • Cost: Included in Registration
  • Skill Level: Intermediate

Learner Objectives

This session will help participants…

  1. understand the mental health needs of rural transgender and nonbinary youth.
  2. develop an understanding of how context paralysis may be influencing work.
  3. navigate barriers experienced in supporting rural transgender and nonbinary youth.
  4. identify and utilize strategies that support the mental health of rural transgender and nonbinary youth.

Description

Rural schools experience unique challenges in supporting transgender and nonbinary students. Come discuss the mental health needs, barriers, and practical strategies to support rural transgender and nonbinary students.

Presenter(s)

Kaitlyn Young, PhD, Munroe-Meyer Institute - University of Nebraska Medical Center
Schyler A. Johnson, Munroe-Meyer Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Contributor(s)

Erika Franta Bretscher, Mindy R. Chadwell, PhD

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