Aidan Key, Gender Specialist
Aidan Key’s work to increase understanding and awareness of gender identity in all people has taken him into places ranging from kindergarten classes to boardrooms. He has guided many schools and organizations in expanding their anti-discrimination language to include gender identity/expression and in understanding the practical, everyday ways in which to implement these new policies.
Ten years ago, Aidan Key founded the Gender Odyssey conference and, in 2006, the Gender Odyssey Family conference for families with transgender children. He leads trainings for providers, agencies, and other child-based organizations. Aidan facilitates a support group at Seattle Children’s Hospital for parents of transgender and gender non-conforming children. Aidan founded Gender Diversity Education and Support Services and serves as the organization’s director.
The Pride Foundation, Ingersoll Gender Center, Chicago Black Pride, Seattle Out and Proud, and the Seattle LGBT Center have recognized Aidan’s work. He has often been featured in the national media, including appearances on Oprah, NPR, and Larry King Live. Aidan lives north of Seattle, Washington with his wife Kristin.
