Unchained Conference

This conference is a hot opportunity for queer youth and allies of all backgrounds to connect with their peers in an inclusive and safe space, to build relationships with other youth, and to gain skills/tools to effect positive change in oneself and one’s community. This conference seeks to prioritize youth of color by developing content that reflects the experiences of their communities.

Unchained is the largest collaborative effort of LGBT youth organizations across the Bay Area. The conference was first held in 2005, co-sponsored by LYRIC, GLSEN San Francisco-East Bay, Spectrum, and Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center. In addition, this conference would not be what it is without the amazingly talented Love & Justice Team, a project of Communities United Against Violence (CUAV). This year, LYRIC is proud to host the 2nd annual Unchained Conference, co-sponsored by GLSEN San Francisco-East Bay, Spectrum, and Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center.

Unchained evolved out of the OHMY conference, founded in 1997 by LYRIC and the University High School GSA, with support from The Urban School. Past co-sponsors of OHMY include Thurgood Marshall High School, Head-Royce School, GSA Network, and San Francisco Unified School District, with generous support from the San Francisco Public Library and Genentech Out & Equal.

The Unchained Conference is generally held in the late Spring. Check out Events Calendar for scheduling information.

For further information, go to our MySpace profile: http://www.myspace.com/unchained_ywhf_07