Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication

Parenting teenagers is already one of the hardest jobs there is. Raising Black teens in a western context comes with an additional layer, navigating identity, belonging, racism, and systemic challenges, all while your child is figuring out who they are.

This session is for you.

Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication is a practical, interactive session designed to support parents, caregivers, and guardians in building deeper trust and stronger communication with their teens.

Through guided discussions, real-life scenarios, and culturally grounded tools, you’ll leave with strategies you can apply immediately.

What You’ll Learn

• How to build trust and emotional safety with your teen
• Communication techniques that reduce conflict
• How to support your teen’s identity, confidence, and well-being
• Strategies for tough conversations — mental health, peer pressure, racism
• How your own experiences shape your parenting style