Conversion Therapy Survivor Network returning to Utah Pride, seeks support
A survivor-led nonprofit working to support those impacted by conversion therapy launched a new fundraising push as it prepares to return to Utah Pride this year.
The Conversion Therapy Survivor Network created a GoFundMe campaign, “Building Community,” to cover general operating expenses that sustain the organization’s year-round work. Those efforts include:
- A weekly survivor support group where people can connect, process, and heal in community
- Public education to raise awareness and prevent future harm
- A survivor-led podcast to share real stories and reach those who feel isolated
- Participation in the International Day to End Conversion Therapy
- Booths at Pride events to reach survivors where they are
CTSN leaders say sustaining a strong, visible role at events like Utah Pride remains an important part of their outreach. The festivals provide an opportunity to connect directly with individuals who may still be coping with the lasting effects of conversion therapy or seeking community support.
Founded in 2019, CTSN is led by survivors of sexual orientation and gender identity change efforts, often referred to as conversion therapy. The group focuses on building community, amplifying survivor voices, and increasing awareness of the harms of the widely discredited practice.
More information about CTSN can be found on their website, conversionsurvivor.org
