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We Want to Hear from You
Parents & Caregivers of Transgender and Gender-Expansive (TGX) Children and Youth
We're working to understand the experiences of parents and caregivers like you to improve access to resources, support, and services for families with transgender and non-binary children. Your insights will help us:
 
  • Identify gaps in community resources and support systems
  • Develop better training materials for service providers
  • Advocate for policies that support transgender youth and their families
  • Reduce barriers that lead to family separation and foster care placement

Your voice matters. The wisdom you've gained navigating this journey can help create a more supportive environment for families just beginning theirs.

This research is part of a collaborative project with Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley, with the goal of helping reduce the number of children and youth entering the foster care system.

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We work to reduce structural racism and systemic inequities so that
disparities in childhood outcomes will be eliminated
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Who We're Looking For

We're seeking parents and caregivers of
transgender andd non-binary children and youth who:

Live in LA County

Are residents of

Los Angeles County

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Have Experience

Are navigating or have navigated supporting their child's gender identity

Can Share

Are willing to share their experiences in a confidential group setting

What to Expect as a Participant

  • Time Commitment: One 2-hour virtual focus group session

  • Format: Small group discussion (8-10 parents) via Zoom or in-person option

  • Topics: Your experiences accessing resources, navigating challenges, building community, and advice for other families

  • Compensation: $75 gift card for your time and insights

You choose your level of participation. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. You can skip any question and leave at any time.

Your Privacy & Security Are Our Priority

We understand the importance of protecting your family's privacy, especially in the current climate. Here's how we ensure your safety:

No Recordings:

Sessions will NOT be recorded. We use auto-generated closed captions for notes only, which are deleted after analysis.

Use pseudonyms:

You're encouraged to use a fake name when joining. Gift cards will be provided regardless of the name you use.

Anonymous:

You can keep your camera off during virtual sessions if you prefer. We don't collect or store personal details that could identify you or your family.

Confidential data:

All information is anonymized in reports and recommendations.

No government sharing:

Your information will never be shared with government agencies or databases.

Secure process:

Data is encrypted and protected throughout the research process.

 🔒Secure Registration & Communication

​Encrypted Registration: We use CryptPad (encrypted and located outside the United States) for our registration process to ensure your information is secure.

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Secure Email: All communications and scheduling will be through our CollaboratePAS@Proton.me account (encrypted and located in Switzerland).

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Next Steps: Once registered, we will send you more information about the process through our secure communication channels.

We recognize the risks. Many families, especially those who are undocumented or have mixed-status households, have valid concerns about sharing information. Your safety is paramount, and we've designed every aspect of this research with that in mind.

📋 Review Forms Before You Register

We believe in transparency. Preview what information will be requested

before you commit to participating.

📝 Registration Form

⏱️ Time: 5-7 minutes

  • Contact info (pseudonym OK)

  • Language preferences

  • Format preference

  • Your availability

  • Basic background

🔒 Privacy Note:

Hosted on CryptPad with end-to-end encryption.

Located outside the US.

Preview Registration Form

✍️  Consent Form

⏱️ Time: 10-15 minutes

  • Study details & rights

  • Privacy protections

  • Optional demographics

  • Child information

  • Electronic Consent

📋 Important: 

Sent after registration, must be completed before focus group session.

Also hosted on CryptPAD

Preview Consent Form

Ready
to Participate?

Questions or concerns? Contact us directly:

Join us in creating a more supportive community for transgender youth and their families.

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