PolicyWise Initiative

Empowering Providers Serving Gender-Diverse Youth

Recognizing this need, we at PolicyWise for Children & Families are proud to launch the Empowering Providers initiative.

Empowering Providers Serving Gender-Diverse Youth

Guides

Resources to Support Gender-Diverse Youth and Their Families

Additional Resources

Upholding Gender‑Diverse Young People’s Rights (Jun. 2026) – https://policywise.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Upholding-Gender-Diverse-Young-Peoples-Rights.pdf Resources to Support Gender‑Diverse Youth and Their Families – Webinar (Feb. 2025) – https://policywise.com/sd2457Q3Uu4

Youth and Caregiver Acknowledgment

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the youth and caregivers who generously shared their experiences navigating the joys and challenges of gender transition in Alberta. To the youth, we are deeply grateful for the candid glimpse into your lives through the artwork you created. It has shaped and brought life to this initiative. Thank you for your courage, creativity, and willingness to share your journey with us. To the caregivers, we thank you for the invaluable insights into your pivotal role as supportive and affirming adults in the lives of your youth. Your perspectives have enriched this initiative. They highlight the profound impact of love, resilience, and advocacy.

Thought Leader and Service Providers Acknowledgment

We sincerely thank the thought leaders and service providers who generously shared their time, insights, and experiences with us about supporting gender‑diverse youth and their caregivers. We are deeply inspired by the important work you are doing on the frontlines to support youth across Alberta. Your expertise and dedication helped shape this initiative and your contributions are invaluable. We are grateful for your ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive and affirming future.

Continue Exploring Resources

Visit our Resources for Practice site to access a curated collection of tools, guides, and research for social‑serving providers working with gender‑diverse youth and their families.