A Special Keepers Presentation for Parents and Grandparents.
As parents and grandparents, we want nothing more than to see our children thrive in
the world. We want to see them make friends, succeed in school, and have a social
life. Jeff Bender will provide reflective prompts and insightful questions to encourage
parents and grandparents to gain perspective on gender fluidity despite a generational
gap with their children and grandchildren.
Jeff Bender has been married to his wife Anna since 2005 and has two children.
They reside in Lake Saint Louis, MO. Jeff is the founder of The Lion and The Owl, a
company creating a community for LGBTQ youth to feel safe. Too often children and
their parents don’t have access to the safe spaces and community support they need
to thrive, which can have devastating consequences for their mental health and overall
wellbeing.