Speaking about gender is one of Tina Neal's passions. She has spoken to numerous groups, from rallies to conferences attendees, about the importance of understanding and making space for gender expansiveness.
Her talks include:
Calm Down! Your Kid's Not Having a Sex Change!
Tina talks frankly about what happens when a minor explores gender, the steps in transition, both social and medical, and how parents, schools, and other adults and institutions can help support them.
Oh Wow, My Kid Just Told Me They're Trans. What Do I Do Now?
A parent-focused talk on steps to take to better support your child, from the perspective of someone who's been there. Sharing practical strategies, communication ideas for schools, doctors, and extended family, and more, Tina helps parents prepare themselves to help their children as they explore.
Be Better Than a Wire Monkey: Parenting With Love
Harry Harlow's wire monkeys showed how much youngsters need love, affection and support. Your child does, too. In this talk, Tina shares both why gender exploration is on the rise, and the importance of support and love for your child as they explore gender, and does so with humor and lightness.
Your North Star: Finding - and Following - Your Child's Lead
Your North Star is helping your child become happy and healthy. Tina unpacks this idea in an entertaining talk around gender exploration. Parents come away with real ways to help their child, and to reframe their own thinking around gender.
Getting Out of Your Own Way: How to Support Your Child's Gender Exploration
(also called, I'm Not Biased, But No Son of Mine is Going to Wear Nail Polish)
Your kid is exploring gender, and you're...not happy about it. Well, guess what. It's not about you. As a parent, you'll need to spend some time figuring out where you place your priorities - your child's wellbeing, or your preconceived beliefs. This talk helps parents understand why children need them as they explore gender, and gives them practical ways to learn to approach gender as a neutral concept.
Gender 101: The Basics
Don't know what's the difference between gender and sex? Unclear on the terminology used around gender? Want insights on how to support and understand trans, non-binary and gender-expansive people? This one's for you - Tina shares the basics of gender in clear, undertstandable concepts.
How Do I Talk About Gender to My Kids?
You may not have children who are exploring gender, but the truth is, gender exploration is part of youth today. There's a good chance that your child will know someone who is exploring. So how do you talk about it with them? Tina shares age-appropriate strategies to discuss gender and its exploration with your children.
Of course, customized talks are available. If you'd like to have Tina speak on a topic not shown here, just reach out!