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<p>Kids hear and understand the hate of homophobia. It&#8217;s important that we talk to them to give them tools to fight it rather than sit by in silence, but that is easier said than done. I took some time to sit down with my pre-teen son Avery to ask him about homophobia and his personal experiences. </p>

Talking homophobia with Alexis Templeton

Dr. Kira Banks, is a psychologist, professor, coach, consultant, author, wife and mother. She has been helping individuals and groups understand themselves, others and systems of oppression for over 25 years. She works across corporations, Hollywood, Broadway, non-profits, K-12 schools, colleges, and community organizations. Dr. Banks is known for making complex and controversial topics accessible and intergroup interactions understandable.