Summit Schedule

Day 1

Thursday, September 26th, 2024


8:45 AM – 9:00 AM: Log In and Virtual Networking

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Opening Keynote: National Landscape for LGBTQ+ Rights - Fran Hutchins (they/them)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: LGBTQ+ 101 - Greg Green (he/him)

11:00 AM – 11:10 AM: Break

11:10 AM – 12:10 PM: Effective, Affirming, and Inclusive Communication - Chandler Massengale, LISW-CP (she/they)

12:10 PM – 12:50 PM: Lunch and Sponsor Spotlight

12:50 PM – 1:50 PM: Caring for LGBTQ+ Youth and their Families - Chandler Massengale, LISW-CP (she/they)

1:50 PM – 2:50 PM: LGBTQ+ Advocacy and Ethical Considerations for Helping Professionals - Luca Valentine, LMSW, CMFT (they/them)

2:50 PM – 3:00 PM: Break

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: LGBTQ+ Advocacy and Ethical Considerations Expert Panel - Moderated by Chase Glenn (he/him)

Day 2

Friday, September 27th, 2024


8:45 AM – 9:00 AM: Log In and Virtual Networking

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Trans Joy & Resilience: A Panel Discussion - Moderated by Chase Glenn (he/him)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Understanding the Unique Needs and Experiences of LGBTQ+ Elders - Cec Hardacker, MSN, RN, CNL (she/ella)

11:00 AM – 11:10 AM: Break

11:10 AM – 12:10 PM: Navigating the Health Needs and Overall Wellbeing of Individuals with HIV/AIDS - Michael (Mike) Elizabeth (they/them)

12:10 PM – 12:50 PM: Lunch and Sponsor Spotlight

12:50 PM – 1:50 PM: Parenting Pride: Voices and Journeys of Parents of Trans People -Moderated by Chase Glenn (he/him)

1:50 PM – 2:00 PM: Break

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: When They Tell You to Be Quiet, it's Time to Get Louder: My Journey from Pediatrics to Politics - Dr. Annie Andrews (she/her)