Sharing my story and how Trevor is here to support LGBTQ+ students.

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Hi Friend,

As preparations for the upcoming school year are in full swing, I want to personally reach out to our supporters and LGBTQ+ young people with a message of solidarity and support. Having navigated the complexities of school life as an LGBTQ+ person myself, I understand the unique challenges that many of you or your loved ones may face. That’s why I’ve penned a letter reflecting on my own experiences and the ways in which The Trevor Project is here to support you during this time. You can read the full letter here. ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school)
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It's vital to recognize the unique challenges that LGBTQ+ students often face. Our August research brief shows that nearly a third of LGBTQ+ students attend schools with at least one anti-LGBTQ+ policy. ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school) These policies, which often include restricted discussions on LGBTQ+ topics and opt-out provisions for parents, can significantly affect the mental health and well-being of these students.

LGBTQ+ young people attending schools with multiple anti-LGBTQ+ policies are especially at risk, with 55% reporting that they seriously considered suicide in the past year. This rate is notably higher than their peers at schools with fewer (43%) or no such policies (35%). These environments contribute to elevated levels of anxiety, depression, and past-year suicide attempts among LGBTQ+ students. School should be a safe place to learn and grow, yet for many, these policies create an atmosphere of fear and exclusion.

I invite you to explore these insights ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school) and consider how we can work together to create safer, more inclusive spaces for all students.
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To further support LGBTQ+ youth in navigating the upcoming school year, I encourage you to utilize the full range of resources available 24/7/365, including crisis counseling ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school) , educational materials ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school) , and community connections ([link removed](i.e.e-newsletter)&utm_source=emailsegment-wholefile1&utm_campaign=back-to-school) tailored to meet the unique needs
of LGBTQ+ young people.

We at The Trevor Project are committed to being here for every LGBTQ+ young person, ensuring that no one feels alone as they navigate this journey. Together, we can make this school year a better, safer experience for everyone.

In community,
Jaymes Black
(they, she, he)
CEO, The Trevor Project

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