Resilience Amidst Adversity: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth and Families in the Face of Bans on Gender Affirming Care


Despite the critical need for gender-affirming care, actually providing affirmative care has become increasingly difficult due to the new policies being passed all around the country. Clinicians are finding themselves navigating intricate legal and ethical landscapes, torn between upholding patient rights, adhering to medical ethics, and complying with restrictive laws. During this session, Susan Radzilowski will take you through the challenges of providing efficient gender affirming care in a safe therapeutic environment when policies and bans make it feel impossible, teaching you how to navigate these difficult complications.