Pier Kids Discussion Guide

Film Summary

In this collection:

Film Summary

Using This Guide

The Film: Participants and Key Issues

Background Information

Discussion Prompts

Resources

Credits and Acknowledgements

ACCESS FULL RESOURCE

Pier KidsDiscussion Guide
View the trailer here and sign up to receive updates here.

Film Summary

On the Christopher Street Pier in New York City, homeless queer and trans youth of color forge friendships and chosen families, withstanding tremendous amounts of abuse while working to carve out autonomy in their lives. With intimate, immersive access to these fearless young people, Pier Kidshighlights the precarity and resilience of a community many choose to ignore.

Sources

About the authors

Devyn Harris

Devyn Harris (they/she/love) is a queer, genderqueer femme grassroots organizer, peer support specialist, mental health coach, and artist. They believe compassion, grace, and connection are the keys to change in our own bodies and the world. They are a fierce advocate for Black trans folks living on the streets, and as the housing director for Black Trans Leadership of Austin (BTLA) they work to create support systems for all QTBIPOC (queer trans BIPOC) folks who need it. They also serve as a member of Austin’s HRS (Homelessness Response System) Leadership Council. A self-professed love warrior, they are in this world to help people heal with love.

No items found.