The Orangeville Public Library has teamed up with Dufferin Child and Family Services (DCAFS) to offer a unique opportunity to hear local youth who identify as LGBTQ2S+ perform a story or poem specific to their experience. A thoughtful Q&A discussion will be provided to virtual audience members after the presentation. Register in advance to receive the event link.
Crystal Queer is a youth-led speaking project that was developed by the participants in the GLOW (Gay, Lesbian or Whatever) LGBTQ2S+ Youth Group operating out of DCAFS. GLOW is a social and support group that has been available for LGBTQ2S+ youth ages 11-18 for 23 years.
This project hopes to provide education and awareness to help community members better understand how to support and celebrate diverse experiences of gender and sexual identities. The youth involved in the Crystal Queer Project are leaders in our community that are bravely sharing their stories to help others feel increased inclusion and acceptance.
The Crystal Queer project is financially supported by the Dufferin Community Fund and Royal Bank of Canada.