Dear John,

Over the past two months, GLSEN has completely reconfigured its work with GSAs, educators, and LGBTQ students to create vital community and connection as we faced a new world of school closures and physical isolation during the pandemic.

That’s why I’m especially excited about GLSEN’s Respect Everywhere: a weeklong virtual celebration of the heroes that make that work possible with daily videos broadcasting moving testaments from students and educators to a global audience.

Tune in next week as we honor Jennifer Beals and Charlie Carver, alongside GSA “Rainbow Royales and Educator Tray Robinson.

Jennifer Beals and Charlie Carver are always there for GLSEN and the students we serve, using their platforms for positive change. And we couldn't find two more amazing role models than Hawaii’s Ilima Intermediate School’s GSA, the Rainbow Royales, our GSA of the Year and Tray Robinson, our Educator of the Year.

Learn more about this year’s honorees.

 

In this time of global fear and isolation, we’re working harder than ever to extend support to LGBTQ students. GLSEN urgently needs funds to make all of its programs digital and remote to better serve students while schools across the country are closed.

Join us in creating a platform for positive change!

Donate today with your gift of support.

Text Respect to 31996 to contribute with Venmo, PayPal, or debit card.

Help us spread the word! Share on social media with the hashtag #RespectEverywhere

Our victories would not be possible without supporters like you. Thank you for joining GLSEN and creating Respect Everywhere for the millions of students we serve.

Thank you,

Eliza Byard, GLSEN Executive Director

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