What is the PAL program?
Geared towards youth who identify as trans, nonbinary, gender-expansive, or in a questioning period in their gender journeys, the Possibility Adult Leader (PAL) program provides youth with meaningful mentor relationships focused on creating trans joy and mutual understanding.
By engaging with Possibility Adult Leaders (PALs), youth are able to witness what it looks like to thrive as a trans or gender expansive adult. By sharing wisdom gained through lived experience, PALs provide an invaluable resource of joy, connection, and hope for the future.
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PALs for Youth
Youth meet in-person or virtually with a Possibility Adult Leader (PAL), a trans, nonbinary, or gender expansive identified adult, and engage in creative and fun activities to connect on a personal level.
Our pairs have enjoyed playing games together, taking walks in the woods, attending a museum exhibitions, thrift shopping for gender-affirming attire, playing sports, and much much more! Always centering the youth’s passions and joy in confidential and easy-going settings.
Becoming a PAL
Looking for a meaningful way to support trans and gender expansive young people? The PAL program is a great place to jump in!
Co-create your schedule with your mentee; have a fun and unique volunteer experience; and build intergenerational community!
Fill out the application to learn more
Community Resources for PALs
Looking for something to do with your PAL? The Valley has a lot to offer! Check out these free or low-cost community resources.
Forbes Library (Northampton):
Lilly Library (Florence):
Easthampton Public Library:
Holyoke Public Library:
The Trustee’s Nature Reservations
Greenfield Public Library:
Jones Library (Amherst):
Clapp Public Library (Belchertown):
Resilient Community Arts:
High Five Books:
More on the impact of LGBTQ+ mentorship and our guiding frameworks:
Mentorship opportunities help trans and gender-expansive youth thrive.
Our PALs utilize a Positive Youth Development framework when engaging with their mentees.