Affirming Parenting: When Your Kid Comes Out

Queer Theology Podcast · Jul 10, 2022 · 1m

How can cis-straight parents be a better ally, offer more support, and be a better parent to kids who are coming out? We've received this question countless times, and so we talk more about that in today's episode. Parents often come from the role of teacher, but this moment is an opportunity and invitation to learn more and respectfully enter your child's queer life. Shay reminds us that ally is a verb, and as a parent, it is your job to do the hard work of making amends, educating yourself, and respecting boundaries. Brian calls on parents to get a little uncomfortable and go out and do the…