Gen Silent: A Documentary about LGBT Aging

The University of New England Social Work HRSA-funded TRIAD Project; Centers for Aging and Health and Collaborative Education;and the NASW Maine JEDI (Justice Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) Committee are pleased to bring you

GEN SILENT: Movie screening & discussion panel

The critically acclaimed documentary about LGBTQ older people going back into the closet to survive. Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender older people who fought the first battles for equity now face much fear of religious objection, bullying, and abuse that many are hiding their identities.

Thousands are dying earlier than their straight counterparts because of added isolation and fear.

Join us for a screening of this important documentary film chronicling the lives of several Boston area LGBT older adults as they confront ageism, heterosexism, and transgenderphobia in various healthcare settings.

The screening will be followed by an interactive audience debrief facilitated by Dr. Frank Brooks, Legacy Scholar member, Ruby Parker, and Nancy Kelly.

Co-Sponsored by: UNE School of Social Work HRSA-funded TRIAD Project; Centers for Aging and Health and Collaborative Education; and NASW Maine JEDI

Free for students

$10 for professionals who will receive a certificate for 2 CE contact hours approved by NASW ME

All proceeds will be donated to SAGE Maine