Understanding Gender Modification Laws in Missouri, YouTube, FAIR For All
FAIR in Medicine recently hosted a webinar in their ongoing series addressing legal actions across the country regarding medical gender modification for minors, with a special focus on Missouri. The session featured Vernadette Broyles, President of the Child and Parental Rights Campaign (CPRC), and Jamie Reed, a former pediatric gender clinic worker, as panelists. Dr. Carrie Mendoza, Director of FAIR in Medicine, hosted the discussion.
Dangers of Gender Transition for Minors
Throughout the webinar, Vernadette and Jamie provided valuable insights into the alarming trends of gender transition treatments for minors. Jamie Reed, drawing from her experience at the Washington University Transgender Center, shed light on troubling practices within gender clinics, including the rush to transition children without adequate research or informed consent. She emphasized the potential long-term harm caused by irreversible medical treatments and the lack of proper psychological support before such life-altering decisions are made.
Vernadette Broyles on Parental Rights
Vernadette Broyles passionately advocated for the preservation of parental rights when it comes to medical decisions for children. She highlighted the disturbing trend of schools and medical institutions bypassing parents in gender-affirming processes, even in cases where parental consent should be paramount. Vernadette stressed that the rights of parents to make informed decisions for their children must be protected, ensuring that children’s well-being is the top priority—rather than political agendas or medical practices that may not align with their best interests.
The Legal Landscape and the Future of Gender Medicine
The discussion delved into the legal ramifications of gender transition treatments for minors, especially as the country sees an increasing number of states passing laws that impact this practice. With a special focus on Missouri, the panelists explored the growing role of legal actions in addressing the risks posed by pediatric gender transitions. Dr. Mendoza emphasized the need for comprehensive research and therapy-based approaches before committing to irreversible treatments.
As the debate continues to evolve, Vernadette and the panelists underscored the need for a collective effort to protect children, preserve parental rights, and ensure medical treatments are in the best interest of minors.
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Source: FAIR For All. “Understanding Gender Modification Laws in Missouri.” YouTube, 20 June 2023, youtube.com/live/zJ-j5n-_NCg?si=fdVoTfa_jHUAFrTN.
