Recognising the need to provide Cayman’s young people with a safe and supportive environment in which to discuss any issues they may have, the Cayman LGBTQ Foundation participated in Cayman International School’s recent Back to School BBQ and Information Bonanza, holding a booth where young people could get information on how the Foundation can assist them.
The Cayman LGTBQ Foundation’s President and Founder, Noel Cayasso-Smith, confirmed the organisation was very happy to take part in the event.
“It is important for young people to know that we are here for them should they need help in LGBTQ matters. Discrimination and stigma is incredibly hurtful at any age but it cuts far more deeply with young people who are in the process of understanding who they are without the emotional maturity of an adult that is necessary to deal with that process,” he advised. “As a Foundation, we are committed to ensuring that any young person who needs our help can reach out to us.”
Mr Cayasso-Smith said that he was heartened to find parents also reaching out to the Foundation in a bid to finding out what more they could do to support their young people.
“The mission of the LGBTQ Foundation is to help people of all genders in the Cayman community by a process of education, so we were particularly pleased to work with these supportive parents,” he confirmed.
Cayman International School Director, Jim Urquhart said:
“We are very pleased that the Cayman LGBTQ Foundation attended and...
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