Join us on Tuesday, May 9 at 6:30 pm for an informative presentation and Q&A session with Jillian Celentano. The purpose of this presentation is to educate and bring public awareness regarding the transgender and nonbinary population. 

Some of the learning objectives of this program are:

• Understanding what transgender/nonbinary is
• Language and terminology
• Difference between Sex and Gender
• Pronouns
• Gender Journeys
• Working with parents and families

Jillian's presentation will last for about 45 minutes and there will be time at the end for any questions you may have.

Free and open to all.

About Jillian

Jillian (she/her) is a transgender woman who began her transition in 2016 at the age of 55. She recently received her bachelor's degree in psychology and graduated with her master's degree in social work. Besides being a Social Worker, she is an advocate for the transgender and nonbinary communities, an educator, a mentor for trans youth, and has organized support groups for transgender/nonbinary children and young adults. Jillian co-authored two published transgender studies at Yale University and is a published author of her new book, "Transitioning Later in Life: A Personal Guide.”  She is now beginning her career as a therapist for the transgender/nonbinary community.

This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Barrington Library and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.