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SUMMARY:Tracy Whitmore - It's About You Too 
LOCATION:Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)\nGeelong Library a
 nd Heritage Centre (The Dome)
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DESCRIPTION:As a trusted voice in the field of social justice\, Tracy Whit
 more's writing is a testament to her unwavering dedication to building a m
 ore inclusive and supportive future for all..\nhttps://grlc.libnet.info/ev
 ent/9643929
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>"It's About You Too" is a powerful and com
 passionate guide designed for parents of LGBTQ+ people\, but will be helpf
 ul for anyone who wants to be a loving ally. This book goes beyond convent
 ional advice\, offering practical strategies\, heartfelt narratives\, and 
 invaluable insights to help parents navigate the intricate journey of unde
 rstanding and fully embracing their child's unique identity.</p>\n<p>Drawi
 ng on empathy and expertise\, the author creates a nurturing haven where p
 arents can delve into their own emotions\, fears\, and preconceived notion
 s. With a focus on fostering unconditional love\, for their child and them
 selves\, this book provides actionable steps for effective communication a
 nd the creation of a supportive environment. It tackles crucial subjects s
 uch as gender identity\, sexuality\, beliefs and values\, the coming-out p
 rocess\, and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.</p>\n<p>This author talk will i
 nclude Tracy reading some excerpts from book and offering the opportunity 
 for audience Q&amp\;A.</p>\n<p>Author Tracy Whitmore is an accomplished so
 cial worker and therapeutic coach\, and is driven by a profound desire to 
 effect positive change in the world. Tracy brings a unique blend of expert
 ise and empathy to her work.</p>\n<p>She has dedicated her career to creat
 ing a safer\, more inclusive world for LGBTQI+ individuals. While her holi
 stic approach involves empowering LGBTQI+ individuals to heal and thrive\,
  she also specialises in providing valuable therapeutic counselling and co
 aching\, education\, and practical tools for parents and families.</p>\n<p
 >With her compelling writing style\, Tracy shares her profound insights\, 
 knowledge\, and personal experiences to inspire readers on their own trans
 formative journeys.</p>\n<p><em>Book sales and book signing will be availa
 ble at the event. Please note - book sales will be cash only.</em></p>\n<p
 ><em>If you need anything in order to participate in this event\, please c
 ontact events@grlc.vic.gov.au at least two weeks prior to the event date.<
 /em></p>\n<p></p>\nhttps://grlc.libnet.info/event/9643929
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