Dear John,

For nearly thirty years GLSEN has brought students, educators, advocates, and supporters together to do the urgent and demanding work to create affirming learning environments for LGBTQ+ students.

What we’ve accomplished together is testament to the power of our community —including supporters like you—and the trailblazing leadership of Eliza Byard.

This Thursday we will be honoring Eliza’s legacy during the virtual Respect Awards. This free event will celebrate LGBTQ+ students and advocates—and present our vision for safety, equity, and affirmation for students in K-12 schools nationwide.

John, the Respect Awards is an evening of life-changing stories—stories made possible by your support—from the students we serve. We hope you will join us!

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“Across the nation voices are ready to rise for opportunity and justice and freedoms for every young person no matter who they are, what they look like, or who they love. Listen for those voices. Lift them up so they can be heard.”
—Eliza Byard

We hope that you join us for our virtual celebration
October 14, 2021, 8–9p.m. ET / 5–6p.m. PT

To help achieve our mutual goal of living in a world where LGBTQ+ youth receive the education every child is entitled to, please consider a gift in honor of Eliza and LGBTQ+ students everywhere!

Thank you for your support!