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The Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal

and

The Connecticut Bar Foundation

James W. Cooper Fellows

present

LGBTQ YOUTH ISSUES AND THE LAW

SYMPOSIUM

Friday, March 4, 2016

University of Connecticut School of Law

Starr Reading Room

55 Elizabeth Street

Hartford, CT 06105

8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Please join the Connecticut Public Interest Law Journal and the Connecticut Bar Foundation James W. Cooper Fellows for a symposium exploring the diverse experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) youth.  Our distinguished speakers will highlight current legal issues affecting LGBTQ youth from the perspectives of practicing attorneys, community advocates, educators, and more.

Keynote Address

Kim Milan, award winning and internationally acclaimed artist, educator and writer

Tiq Milan, writer, journalist, media advocate, and a leading voice for transgender equality

Panel Topics

LGBTQ 101: What Does Being a Member of the LGBTQ Community Mean to You?

LGBTQ Youth Issues: The Juvenile Justice System

LGBTQ Youth Issues: Homelessness and the Foster Care System

LGBTQ Youth Issues: Education

There is no charge to attend this event.

Questions or comments?

Please contact John Khalil ([log in to unmask]) or Dvora Walker ([log in to unmask])