As board chair of YES Institute, Jahn Kirchoff went public in 2008 about his gender transition - illustrating his commitment to being an authentic role model to those in the community. He is also …
Gender Transitioning
This is What Prevention Looks Like
Last month, over 500 community members—who directly influence our young people everyday—participated in YES Institute's education. Participants’ comments underscore the importance of taking proactive s …
Advancing Medical Care with PhiDE
For transgender patients, going to the doctor for even routine care is a gauntlet of frightening obstacles: intake forms, front desk staff, restrooms, waiting areas, providers, insurance coverage—all i …
Playing With Gender
Children as young as three years old often catch their teachers off guard with matter-of-fact assertions and questions related to gender: “Dolls are for girls!” “Boys can’t like pink.” “Girls don’t pla …
The Legacy of Hope Verbeeck
The sudden, recent passing of 17-year-old Hope Verbeeck of Key Biscayne has further strengthened the resolve of the YES Institute team to continue expanding the reach of our work. Hope lived life to …
Finding Happiness & Light
As shared by Victorino Marti, a transgender youth Middle school was a tough time for me and my family. I was being bullied, because I was into sports. I was also being physically bullied. I …
Safe, happy and proud – A family’s journey
As shared by Jennifer Solomon When our child, Cooper, was about 18 months old, our family began to notice that he navigated more towards feminine clothing. As parents, we wanted what was best for …
Widening the Circle of Compassion
"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much." -Helen Keller One hundred people participated in YES Institute’s annual Education Weekend. Teachers, families, mental health professionals, s …
Psychologists of the Future
Gender dysphoria: a profound state of unease or discontent, accompanied by depression, agitation, and/or anxiety with one’s assigned sex. Youth experiencing gender dysphoria are seeking support fr …
A Farewell, But Not Goodbye
This past month, YES Institute said a bittersweet farewell to Umut Dursun, our YES Institute Gender Education Specialist. He is moving back to Austin to be closer to family. "Working at YES …
