Since 2001, Gender Odyssey has been an annual event attracting hundreds of people from across North America and around the world. It is an international conference focused on the needs and interests of transgender and gender diverse children of all ages, their families and supporters, and the professionals who serve them.
Our conference is packed with thought-provoking workshops, including medical information and consultation opportunities, professional education, discussion groups, networking, children and youth programming, and social events. This one-of-a-kind annual gathering attracts people from all over the world for an uplifting weekend of connection, support, and community.
In the era of COVID-19 we have paused our in-person gatherings. Instead, we will be offering online workshops throughout the year.
PARENT & ALLY PROGRAMS
Families of transgender/nonbinary children are in a unique position. Parents have their own processing and adjustments to do. Our workshops honor the multi-faceted aspects of parenting a child who is likely very different from you, and then often needing to be their advocate at school, the doctor, extended family, strangers, and even with government.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Today's trans|nonbinary youth are not the first. But sometimes it can feel that way.
Our youth workshops are designed and led by transgender/nonbinary mentors, parents of trans children, and those who are invested in the health and well-being of trans kids. Youth make connections, learn, and mature in a space where they can be 100% themselves.
EDUCATORS & PROVIDERS
Being a better provider for transgender people ultimately means being better for every person in your practice/classroom/agency. Explore complicated cases, school district policies, medical transition considerations, and more.
Ready to dig in?
What's Available
Begin by looking in the program area designed for you (Parent/Ally, Trans Youth, Provider/Educator), under Programs. Some workshops have strict audience parameters, others are open to anyone. New offerings are being developed all of the time.
Continuing Education Credits
Whenever possible, we prefer to have CEUs available for our workshops. All workshop listings include information about whether and how many CEs are available.
Get Better Connected
Families are invited to join our TransFamilies.org community for year-round connection and support. Find resources and peers.
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