That's why its more important than ever to rally around LGBTQ+ youth!

Hello John

"Conservatives are livid" because we gave away more than $600k to school projects [[link removed]] that uplift and empower LGBTQ+ students.

We’re OK if some folks want to be livid. We’re pretty mad ourselves. Because LGBTQ+ students aren’t political pawns, they’re kids — and they deserve better.

The back to school season brings with it a flood of emotions — especially for LGBTQ+ students. But despite efforts to push back against us, we’re doing everything we can to make sure kids feel seen and supported — from school grants [[link removed]] to mental health resources [[link removed]] and so much more.

John will you support our work today to ensure LGBTQ+ youth see a future filled with possibility tomorrow? [[link removed]] We cannot do this critical work without you!

Thank you!

Ross von Metzke

Senior Director, Communications and PR

It Gets Better Project

Meet the New Class of Youth Voices

INTRODUCING: Our Youth Voices class of 2024! These are some exceptional kids who are going to help make things better for LGBTQ+ youth everywhere through art, activism and more.

Meet the Kids Here! [[link removed]] "It Gets Better Donated $600K for Queer Kids. Conservatives Are Livid"

From LGBTQ Nation: One conservative huffed about how it's "inappropriate" for the group to fund programs to support LGBTQ+ students.

Read Here! [[link removed]] It Gets Better Canada Mental Health HubYou've seen imi, the digital mental health resource we helped develop [[link removed]]. Now check out the mental health hub our friends in Canada created for LGBTQ+ youth in response to the Covid 19 pandemic. Explore Here! [[link removed]] "LGBTQ teens often struggle to find mental health care tailored to them"

From NBC: A recent study found that fewer than 1 in 3 mental health facilities in the U.S. provide specialized LGBTQ services for adolescents. (at left: It Gets Better Youth Voice Fabi.

Read Here! [[link removed]] "Queer Sex Ed" and Other EduGuides

If your kids or students aren't getting the LGBTQ+ inclusive education they need in the classroom, check out our video series with accompanying EduGuides. Free for download, ALWAYS!

Explore Here! [[link removed]] Check Out Our "Back to School" Collection

One of the easiest ways to support It Gets Better is to shop in our store. You help get the word out, and every dollar supports out efforts to uplift and empower LGBTQ+ youth!

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