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Philanthropic Phriday 23: Kindspace
Aug. 21st, 2020 11:44 amSomewhere, under the rainbow, is where this family resides. But rainbow family values can at times be at odds with those of society as a whole. Capital Pride Week begins on Sunday, so this seems like an opportune time for a donation to Kindspace, formerly Pink Triangle Services:
https://kindspace.ca
Gender issues have played an important role in our lives and those of many other people and families. Sexual orientation and gender identity have effects that go far beyond the individual or couple directly affected, extending to partners, children, siblings, parents, friends, colleagues and others in the identity- or orientation-variant person's social networks.
COVID-19 conditions can strengthen relationships but also place significant pressures on them. I'm concerned, for example, about GLBT youth, particularly those who are still closeted and in conflict with the rest of the household, who face unique challenges in lockdown or self-isolation, leading to depression, anxiety and even risk of suicide. This is compounded by the fact that in-person get-togethers have been put on hold, making it difficult for like-minded people to communicate with one another. While virtual meetings may offer some comfort, they may be plagued by technical issues or privacy considerations.
Pride activities have gone virtual this year, but they are still going ahead. Let's hope that in 2021, in-person marching, singing, dancing and hugging will once again be the order of the day!
https://kindspace.ca
Gender issues have played an important role in our lives and those of many other people and families. Sexual orientation and gender identity have effects that go far beyond the individual or couple directly affected, extending to partners, children, siblings, parents, friends, colleagues and others in the identity- or orientation-variant person's social networks.
COVID-19 conditions can strengthen relationships but also place significant pressures on them. I'm concerned, for example, about GLBT youth, particularly those who are still closeted and in conflict with the rest of the household, who face unique challenges in lockdown or self-isolation, leading to depression, anxiety and even risk of suicide. This is compounded by the fact that in-person get-togethers have been put on hold, making it difficult for like-minded people to communicate with one another. While virtual meetings may offer some comfort, they may be plagued by technical issues or privacy considerations.
Pride activities have gone virtual this year, but they are still going ahead. Let's hope that in 2021, in-person marching, singing, dancing and hugging will once again be the order of the day!
