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SUMMARY:Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Pride Month at the 4th Annual Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference on June 6\, 2026\, at NJEA. Centered on the theme “Past\, Present\, and Future\,” this event features a historical gallery\, a diverse lineup of workshops\, and a keynote by Melanie Willingham-Jaggers. \nAttendees will be provided with the tools needed to create\, support\, and defend inclusive curriculum\, while creating a space for LGBTQIA+ advocates and their allies to interact and share their successes with members interested in learning more. \nWe especially encourage queer NJEA members who are struggling to be their authentic selves to attend and learn from some of New Jersey’s most accomplished social justice advocates. \n \nKeynote speaker: Melanie Willingham-Jaggers\, Executive Director of GLSEN\, now Glisten (Gay\, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) \nWorkshops\n\nKnow your Rights Under the NJ LAD and FLA\nSOGI/MOC: Your Story\nBeing an LGBTQIA+ Ally: Learning and Growing\nThe Queer Union-Talking Shop\nUsing PEP to Organize Around LGBTQIA+ Issues\nNavigating Tomorrow: A Trans Youth Perspective\nAdvocacy & Action: How to Make a Difference in the Challenging Public School Space\nHistory in the Making\nBeyond Inclusion: Creating Brave Spaces for Queer Youth\nIntersex 101\n\nRegister by June 1. \nJoin us for a powerful day of celebration\, advocacy and inspiration.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/carol-watchler-lgbtqia-advocacy-conference-2/
LOCATION:NJEA Headquarters\, 180 W. State Street\, Trenton\, New Jersey\, 08608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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