To solicit and accept funds for an annual event sponsored by the City of Orlando and Community Partners to empower Central Florida Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender (LGBT) Youth and the community with the necessary resources and education to bring about understanding, acceptance and inclusion. Primarily funded by corporate/community/government sponsorships, O-YES is a partnership with several non-profit agencies such as the Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network, Orlando Youth Alliance, the Holocaust Memorial Education & Resource Center of Central Florida, and Parents, Families, Friends of Lesbian and Gays. The Summit is a one-day event that includes a keynote speaker, entertainment, lunch and nine power packed workshops bringing together parents, students, teachers, counselors, and the faith and non-profit communities, along with federal, state, and local government representatives. Workshop attendees receive information on subjects such as internet safety (cyber bullying), local clergy support of LGBT youth, domestic violence and LGBT dating, LGBT legal updates, and more.
