TYFA

TransYouth Family Allies
Understanding through Education
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Being an Effective Advocate for Your Child

Create a Safe Folder using the guidelines provided by TYFA.
Practice the Attitude-Confidence-Education Three Step Advocacy Program.
Do your research!
Practice, practice, practice!
Decide whether to disclose in writing or in person or both.
Utilize and share the following documents on the TYFA website::
Frequently Asked Questions
Learning the Lingo
TYFA Brochure
American Academy of Pediatrics Article
To The Beat of a Different Drummer Article
Difference Isn’t Wrong…It Just Is Article
TYFA’s recommended reading list
Any other document you feel would be helpful
Utilize the attached authorization for anyone who may need to share information about your child. (Healthcare professionals, school administrators, TYFA, etc.)

If you have questions or need further information, you may contact TransYouth Family Allies, Inc. (TYFA) Toll Free at 1-888-IMA-TYFA (462-8932), by email at info@imatyfa.org or on the internet at www.imatyfa.org .

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