MCEC is an original cosponsor of the Armed Forces Transgender Dependent Act and aims to support ALL military-connected children. In this three-part podcast series, Brooke walks us through their family's approach to parenting, supporting and becoming an LGBTQ ally in a military community. We discuss specific challenges related to the military lifestyle, parental concern, building a trusting and safe family environment, and the unique advantages of being an LGBTQ military child during times of transition.
This podcast has been made possible thanks to the Air Force Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, DC.
Show Notes and Resources: (see attachment)
You can read more about legislation at: House Democrats introduce bill to protect transgender military dependents | TheHill
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