| LGBTQ Youth Mentoring Speaker Description Together, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward and SunServe (the leader in LGBTQ services and training) have created an innovative mentoring program for LGBTQ youth in foster care. While the unfortunate reality is that LGBTQ youth have the highest rates of mental health issues, suicide attempts and substance abuse rates, research also shows that the presence of just one stable and positive adult role model in their life can significantly increase their chances of graduating high school and achieving their long-term goals! Hear about the steps to create the Mentor It Better Program, the first of its kind in our community, why its important, the challenges and stereotypes to overcome and how to collaborate with leaders in this market. |