A Free Discussion Group for 11 to 14 year-olds
PFLAG NYC has joined with the Jewish Community Center in Manhattan (JCC Manhattan) and the LGBT Community Center to sponsor a discussion group for middle-school-age kids who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or simply questioning issues of sexual orientation and/or gender identity (LGBTQ).
Cometfire grew out of a need that many parents felt for an after-school gathering place for their children who are LGBTQ. This safe and private space will allow middle school and junior high students the opportunity to discuss sexuality, youth empowerment, confusion, and self-esteem with facilitator, Dr. Scott Quasha. Scott is a school psychologist and professor at Brooklyn College.
Read about one family's experience with Cometfire in this New York Times article.
The group is non-sectarian and open to all. Snacks will be served.
For questions about this group, email Dr. Scott Quasha at scottquasha@me.com.
| Time: | As a rule, meetings are every other Thursday from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. during the fall and spring school terms. For reasons of confidentiality, more specifics on meeting dates can be obtained by contacting facilitator Dr. Scott Quasha. |
| Location: | The JCC in Manhattan 334 Amsterdam Ave. at 76th Street Manhattan |
| Directions: | Take the 1, 2, or 3 trains to 72nd Street. Walk east to Amsterdam Ave. and go north 4 blocks. |
| Note: | Please note that the JCC requests personal identification at the security desk when entering the building. |
Cometfire is co-sponsored by:
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