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Make History - Get FAIR with Your School!
Oct. 3, 2011 — HilaryDo you remember the last time you learned about LGBTQ people or issues at school? If not, this year promises to be different! Starting in January, you and every other California student will learn about LGBTQ people or issues in class. It’s the law, all thanks to the Fair Accurate Inclusive and Respectful (FAIR) Education Act!
Honrando Nuestras Historías: Remembering LGBTQ People During Latina/o History Month
Sep. 28, 2011 — DanielWhat do Sylvia Rivera, Cherrie Moraga, Pedro Zamora, Deadlee, Frida Kahlo, Yosimar Reyes, Chavela Vargas, and John Perez all have in common?
Hey, Lady Gaga: Make It Better, Not Criminal
Sep. 26, 2011 — lvaldezEarlier this week, 14-year-old Jamey Rodemeyer died by suicide. He was gay, he had been bullied and harassed because of his sexual orientation, and he had even created an It Gets Better video.
Every Tool They've Got: A Recap of the 2nd Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention Summit
Sep. 23, 2011 — DaveSeptember 21st and 22nd marked the second Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention Summit in Washington D.C. GSA Network was proud to be one of the partners invited to the summit held by the US Departments of Education, Justice, and Health & Human Services. The group was a mix of student activists and supportive adults—many of whom came to learn from
Start Your School's GSA? CHECK!
Sep. 14, 2011 — amandaThe new school year is here and it's time to get your GSAs ready for a year of activism and fun!
Taking Care of Ourselves, Taking Care of Each Other
Sep. 6, 2011 — DaveLesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth are often denied the sexual health education and skills they need and deserve. Many schools do not provide any information beyond abstinence-only education, which focuses solely on sex after marriage and only between a man and a woman.
This Semester, Make It Better!
Aug. 31, 2011 — JillQuick quiz: What are the first words that come to mind as you head back to school? Backpacks, binders, bells… and bullying?
NorCal Activists Hit the Beach and Make Social Justice Waves!
Aug. 21, 2011 — amandaActivists! Dolphins! And S’mores! Oh My! On August 12—14, twenty Northern California and Central Valley youth activists hit the beach at Marin Headlands Institute in Sausalito, California. The eager activists packed their sunscreen and sleeping bags and embarked on a 3-day skills-building journey to learn about activism and organizing their GSAs.
Health and Success for Young Men of Color
Aug. 18, 2011 — CarolynOur state's future prosperity and health depends on all Californians having a fair chance to thrive and succeed. However, the growing population of young men of color faces poor health and well-being outcomes at a disproportionately higher rate than their white counterparts. The proliferation of severe school disciplinary measures disproportionately pushes boys and young men ofcolor
GSA Network Goes to Washington
Aug. 18, 2011 — Geoffrey"I learned that there's so much more out there than I ever knew there could be. Amazing people you never knew could exist until you walk through the doors and into the National Gathering." -- Cat Kryjak, Long Island Youth Delegate.
