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Your LGBTQ teen trusted you before they trusted the world. But what happens when parent allyship has to stay quiet?

When your queer or gay teen is only out to a small circle, you're doing the emotional work of affirming parenting without any of the visibility. This episode is parenting guidance for that specific loneliness: how to be a true ally and coming out support system for your child while honoring their timeline and protecting their trust.

In this episode you'll learn how to:

* Understand why privacy and shame are not the same thing, and how that reframe changes everything for LGBTQ teen support

* Recognize when well-meaning parent allyship accidentally becomes pressure, and what to say instead

* Create meaningful, affirming ways to celebrate Pride and show lgbtq allyship without outing your child

Press play to find your footing as a parent advocate when love requires holding something beautiful in private.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

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This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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As parents of LGBTQ teens, most of us want our children to feel loved, accepted, and supported. But what if there’s a difference between being a supportive parent and practicing true allyship?

In this episode, Heather explores the important distinction between private support and active LGBTQ allyship. While creating a safe and affirming home environment is essential, LGBTQ teens are also paying attention to how parents respond beyond the walls of their home. They notice who speaks up, who stays silent, and who is willing to advocate for inclusion when it matters most.

Through compassionate guidance and real-world examples, Heather helps parents understand why allyship can feel uncomfortable, how fear often gets in the way, and why small, consistent actions can have a powerful impact on LGBTQ youth and families.

In this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Understand the difference between supporting your LGBTQ child and actively practicing allyship
• Recognize the fears and barriers that often prevent parents and allies from speaking up
• Take simple, meaningful steps to advocate for LGBTQ teens while building trust, connection, and emotional safety

Press play to discover how everyday acts of courage, curiosity, and advocacy can help parents move beyond acceptance and become stronger allies for LGBTQ teens.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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What happens when parents have different comfort levels, beliefs, or timelines around Pride and LGBTQ support?

For many parents of LGBTQ teens, Pride season can bring underlying family tensions to the surface. One parent may be ready to advocate, celebrate, and show visible support, while the other may still be processing fear, confusion, grief, or uncertainty. In this episode, Heather explores how these differences affect LGBTQ teens, why children often absorb parental tension even when adults think they're hiding it, and how families can create emotional safety without requiring perfect agreement.

In this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Navigate parenting LGBTQ teens when parents are not fully aligned on Pride, visibility, or LGBTQ allyship
• Recognize how family tension, mixed messages, and adult discomfort impact LGBTQ teens emotionally
• Create stronger communication, healthier boundaries, and more effective parent support while maintaining compassion for everyone involved

Press play to discover how parents and allies can prioritize emotional safety, strengthen LGBTQ allyship, and support LGBTQ teens, even when difficult Pride conversations are happening behind the scenes.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Learn more about the Kindred Collective Community

Are you wondering how to help your LGBTQ teen enjoy Pride safely without turning every conversation into a lecture?

Pride events can be joyful, affirming, and life-changing for LGBTQ teens, but they can also be overwhelming, emotional, crowded, and unpredictable. Many parents want to support their child’s experience while also making sure they’re prepared and safe. In this episode, Heather shares practical Pride checklists for preteens, teens, and young adults so parents can approach Pride season with confidence, trust, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Prepare LGBTQ teens and young adults for Pride events with age-appropriate safety, planning, and emotional support
• Build trust through conversations about social media, online safety, consent, and personal boundaries
• Create Pride experiences that foster connection, confidence, belonging, and authentic LGBTQ allyship

Press play to get the ultimate Pride preparation guide and discover how parents can support LGBTQ teens with confidence, compassion, and practical allyship this Pride season.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Learn more about the Kindred Collective Community

How do you talk to your LGBTQ teen about staying safe at Pride events without making them afraid to attend?

Many parents want their LGBTQ teens to experience the joy, connection, and belonging that Pride offers, but also worry about safety, visibility, and the realities of today’s world. In this episode, Heather shares practical guidance for having calm, age-appropriate safety conversations that empower LGBTQ teens rather than overwhelm them. You'll learn how allyship, preparation, and trust can help your child enjoy Pride with greater confidence and self-awareness.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Have supportive safety conversations that strengthen trust and confidence for LGBTQ teens
• Adjust your approach based on your child’s age, from preteens to young adults
• Balance emotional safety, physical safety, and LGBTQ allyship without leading with fear

Press play to discover how parents and allies can help LGBTQ teens prepare for Pride events with confidence, self-trust, and the freedom to fully experience joy and belonging.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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What if the exhaustion you feel has less to do with who you are and more to do with how long you’ve been pretending?

In this Friday Reset: The Butterfly Effect, Heather reflects on her powerful conversation with Stef Vachon and explores what happens when survival mode slowly disconnects us from our authentic selves.

So many people learn early that being fully themselves feels unsafe.

We shape-shift.

We perform.

We shrink.

We prioritize belonging over authenticity.

And eventually, we lose touch with who we really are.

In this deeply reflective episode, Heather explores:

• The difference between surviving and truly living
• How shame disconnects us from ourselves
• Why authenticity can feel unsafe
• The grief of abandoning parts of ourselves to fit in
• Reconnecting with joy, creativity, identity, and truth
• Why healing is often less about becoming and more about remembering

This episode is for anyone who:

• Feels disconnected from themselves
• Is tired of performing for acceptance
• Wants to feel more grounded, authentic, and alive
• Is healing from shame, people-pleasing, or hiding
• Needs permission to take up space exactly as they are

You are not broken.

You adapted.

And maybe now you get to come home to yourself.

Press play to listen now and If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that they do not have to earn the right to be themselves.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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Before you hang the Pride flag or post your support online, have you asked your LGBTQ teen what actually feels supportive to them?

Many loving parents and allies want to celebrate their LGBTQ child openly during Pride Month, but visible support can feel empowering for some LGBTQ teens and overwhelming for others. In this episode, Heather explores the importance of emotional attunement, collaborative conversations, and respecting a child’s comfort level around visibility, identity, and Pride celebrations.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Support LGBTQ teens in ways that feel emotionally safe, affirming, and empowering to them
• Practice thoughtful LGBTQ allyship by listening instead of assuming what support should look like
• Create stronger trust and connection through curiosity, communication, and collaborative parenting

Press play to learn how parents and allies can celebrate Pride with more compassion, emotional awareness, and meaningful support for LGBTQ teens and their unique experiences.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

What happens when someone spends decades surviving instead of truly living?

In this deeply moving conversation, Heather sits down with queer figure skater, advocate, father, and podcast host Stef Vachon to talk about shame, bullying, identity, healing, and what it means to finally come home to yourself.

Growing up in a small French Canadian town in the 1970s and 80s, Stef endured relentless homophobia, isolation, and abuse while pursuing competitive figure skating. By 17, after reaching Nationals in Canada, the weight of shame forced him to walk away from the sport he loved.

But this episode is not about defeat.

It’s about reclamation.

Stef shares:

• How internalized shame shaped his identity and relationships
• The anxiety and breaking point that changed everything
• The therapist who helped save his life
• Why becoming a father transformed his healing journey
• The power of LGBTQ representation and community
• What it means to stop surviving and finally start living

This conversation is for:

• LGBTQ adults still healing from shame or rejection
• Parents wanting to better support queer kids
• Anyone navigating reinvention, self-worth, or a second chance at life
• People learning that healing, joy, and authenticity are still possible, no matter how long it takes

Stef’s story is a reminder that you are not broken, you are not alone, and it is never too late to reclaim yourself.

If this episode moved you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs hope today.

And for more conversations about belonging, healing, parenting, advocacy, boundaries, and becoming more human and more kind, join Heather on Substack and follow the podcast for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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What if you already got it wrong with your child… or you’re terrified you’ll say the wrong thing next?

In this episode of More Human. More Kind., Heather Hester explores two of the biggest fears parents face when supporting LGBTQ+ or questioning teens:

• “I think I already messed this up.”
• “What if I say the wrong thing?”

You’ll learn why fear often creates distance in parent-child relationships, how repair rebuilds trust, and why connection matters more than perfect parenting.

This episode offers grounded support for parents navigating hard conversations with LGBTQ+ teens, including:

• how to repair after a parenting mistake
• what to say when your mind goes blank
• why emotional safety matters
• how to stay connected during identity conversations
• practical phrases that build trust instead of fear

If you’re parenting through uncertainty, anxiety, or fear of getting it wrong, this episode will help you feel steadier, calmer, and less alone.

Listen to the episode now and download Heather’s free companion guide:

Panic to Plan — a grounding resource for parents navigating difficult conversations with LGBTQ+ or questioning teens.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

Download Panic to Plan Here

What if you already got it wrong with your child or you’re terrified you’ll say the wrong thing?

In this episode of More Human. More Kind., Heather Hester explores two of the biggest fears parents face when supporting LGBTQ+ or questioning teens:

• “I think I already messed this up.”
• “What if I say the wrong thing?”

You’ll learn why fear often creates distance in parent-child relationships, how repair rebuilds trust, and why connection matters more than perfect parenting.

This episode offers grounded support for parents navigating hard conversations with LGBTQ+ teens, including:

• how to repair after a parenting mistake
• what to say when your mind goes blank
• why emotional safety matters
• how to stay connected during identity conversations
• practical phrases that build trust instead of fear

If you’re parenting through uncertainty, anxiety, or fear of getting it wrong, this episode will help you feel steadier, calmer, and less alone.

Listen now to discover what to do or say if you don't know what to say or are afraid you've already gotten it wrong with your LGBTQ+ or questioning teens.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

Join the Conversation on Substack

Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

Support the Show - Learn more here!

Watch on YouTube

Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection.

For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.