2021: You Are Enough – Embracing God’s Love

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: Is it possible to maintain hope while dealing with the challenges of gender dysphoria? It can oftentimes be a lonely and challenging road but one that is possible. Come hear the stories of three different individuals as they share their stories on...

2021: Focusing on Personal Revelation When Guidance is Unclear

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: This closed-door session will offer a chance to engage in a frank conversation about the need to seek and understand personal revelation. While the Church Handbook has updated its guidance regarding transgender Latter-day Saints, much is still...

2021: The Many Shades of Gender Dysphoria: Transgender 101

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: None are exempt from the enduring strength made available through adhering to eternal gospel principles; but finding hope on our journey can be difficult. This panel will discuss how others have been able to hold onto hope regardless of their...

2014: Courage, Compassion and Connection

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: Shame needs three things to grow… secrecy, silence and judgment. If we all have shame, the good news is we are all capable of developing shame resilience. In order to combat shame, we need to fight back with Courage, Compassion, and...

When Law Meets Love: Dallin H. Oaks’ ministry to sexual and gender minorities

Blog, Church Leader, Gender Identity/Trans, Parents of GI/Trans Children, Parents of SSA Children, Spouses of GI/Trans, Spouses of SSA Men, Spouses of SSA Women, SSA Men, SSA Women, Stories: Church Leaders

by JEFF BENNIONOctober 10, 2025Reposted from Public Square Magazine   When President Russell M. Nelson passed away, I felt both grief and gratitude. He was a prophet whose warmth and vision expanded my understanding of the Savior. When President Dallin H. Oaks...

2014: Roundtable Conversation: Parents, Spouses, Ecclesiastical Leaders & Friends

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: Do you know someone who is Transgender, Intersex, or has Gender Identity issues? Join this discussion and learn how you can support them. Target Demographic: Gender Identity Presenters Karen...

2014: Introduction to Gender Dysphoria

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description:Shara will discuss what Gender Dysphoria is, survey treatment options and resources, and tips on coping with GD as a member of the LDS church. She will also relate both her private and personal experiences relating to GD. Target Demographic:Gender...

2021: Finding Healing Through Community While Learning to Connect, Accept, and Support Your Transgender/Non-binary Child

Gender Identity/Trans, Parents

Session Description: There are so many passionate voices out there about the right and wrong way to approach issues surrounding gender identity, and the voices and opinions about the right and wrong way to parent a child grappling with concerns of this kind are some...

2025: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities of Latter-day Saints who Experience Gender Incongruence

Gender Identity/Trans

Session Description: Dr. David Haralson is the Clinical Director of Gender Harmony Institute (GHI), a mental health agency dedicated to helping those who experience gender-related distress (GRD) and their family members. In this break-out session, Dr. Haralson will...

2025: My Story, Friday

Church Leader, Gender Identity/Trans, General, Stories: Parents & Family of SSA, Stories: Parents & Family of Trans/GI, Stories: Spouses of SSA Men, Stories: Spouses of Trans/GI, Stories: SSA Women, Stories: Trans/GI

Session Description: Five individuals share their different stories. Watch on Vimeo Turning Life’s Complexities into Triumph: Finding Joy Through Humility and Faith Hailey Kynaston Navigating faith, identity, and purpose can feel overwhelming, especially with the...