We are proud to offer all attendees a special screening of
MAMA BEARS, a film by Daresha Kyi.
MAMA BEARS is an intimate, thought-provoking exploration of the journeys taken by Sara Cunningham and Kimberly Shappley, two “mama bears”—conservative, Christian mothers whose profound love for their LGBTQ+ children has turned them into fierce advocates for the entire queer community—and Tammi Terrell Morris, a young African American lesbian whose struggle for self-acceptance perfectly exemplifies why the mama bears are so vitally important.
MAMA BEARS is the story of women who have allowed nearly every aspect of their lives to be completely reshaped by love. Although they may have grown up as fundamentalist Christians these two mama bears are willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their children safe—even if it challenges their belief systems and rips their worlds apart.
Light snacks will be provided. We will also be hosting a Q&A with several Mama Bears so you can hear about the experiences of their families directly. We will also welcome leaders from Equality Texas and the Transgender Education Network of Texas to hear what work is being done on the ground to support equality efforts in Texas.
