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Empowerment & Connections: Zoom LGBTQ Conference

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This inspirational, FREE, online conference for members, friends and supporters of the LGBTQ community took place on October 17, 2020. Watch the videos and see more information below.

Empowerment and Connections 2020 Recordings
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Agenda

2:00 to 2:15pm

Conference Starts!

Welcome and introductions from Thomas Kingery, LGBTQ Programs Coordinator/Community Liaison.

Next, Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian, an advocate of the LGBTQ Initiative, will provide his unique insights into the significance of the LGBTQ rights movement.

2:15 to 2:45pm

Keynote Presentation

‘Staying Sane in These Crazy Times’ by Dr. Fred Luskin

2:45 to 3:00pm

Door prizes courtesy of Home Instead!

3:00 to 3:30pm

SESSION 1

Choose Workshop 1 (LGBTQ Inclusive Housing) or Workshop 2 (Legal Issues)

3:30 to 3:45pm

Stretch break sponsored by Care Indeed!

Jenni Castaldo, Standing STRONG Instructor, will lead everyone in a quick and invigorating stretch so we can feel energized for the next workshop.

3:45 to 4:15pm

SESSION 2

Choose Workshop 3 (Overcoming Discrimination) or Workshop 4 (Build Your Village)

4:15 to 4:30pm

Conclusion

Maribel Martínez, Director of the County of Santa Clara Office of LGBTQ Affairs, will conclude the day with a reflection on the significance of an inaugural LGBTQ Seniors Conference and share more about the County’s commitment to serving LGBTQ seniors as a way to build a strong, vibrant community for today and tomorrow.

Keynote: Staying Sane in These Crazy Times

Dr. Fred Luskin, Stanford Forgiveness Project

Dr. Luskin will discuss how to do our best work through honoring our physical and mental health. He offers easily practiced skills for staying calm in the face of danger, real or perceived.

Sessions

3:00 to 3:30pm

Workshop 1: LGBTQ INCLUSIVE HOUSING

Karyn Skultety, PhD, Executive Director, Openhouse

Join us to hear Openhouse share their journey to provide LGTBQ+ inclusive housing options in San Francisco.
County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing will discuss the potential of what could be coming to the County in the future.

Workshop 2: LEGAL ISSUES

Attorney Diana Dean Gendotti

Diana Gendotti is an estate planning and trust administration attorney who has been licensed for 31 years, and has an office in Los Altos. She will highlight the critical aspects of estate planning, especially as it relates to LGBTQ issues.

Bring any burning questions!

3:45 to 4:15pm

Workshop 3: OVERCOMING DISCRIMINATION

Facilitators: Ephraim Getahun, LVN, Community Partner Liaison, Openhouse; Thomas Kingery and Keenan Murray, Avenidas

We will examine different forms of discrimination, how to overcome them, and how to be an advocate for change. Discussion with colleagues at Openhouse and review why some people might be asking about SOGIE (Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Expression) and why you should answer honestly!

Workshop 4: BUILD YOUR VILLAGE

Facilitators: Jenn Chan and Loretta Austin, Avenidas

Community is especially important right now. Building and strengthening your village will help you thrive. Discover opportunities for new connections with our intergenerational pen pal program and social groups. Learn where to find community resources and how to build a safe space.

For more virtual conference information, email Monica Davis at mdavis@avenidas.org or call

1 (650) 289-5445

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

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Santa Clara County Office of LGBTQ Affairs

Gold Sponsor

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Gold Sponsor: Care Indeed

Community Sponsors

  • AARP California
  • Alegre Home Care
  • The Health Trust
  • Home Instead Senior Care
  • LGBTQ Wellness
  • LGBTQ Youth Space
  • Palo Alto City Library

Conference Series: LGBTQ Conference Keywords: Virtual

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