Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

October 30, 2025 at 1:14 PM

October reminds us why visibility and your support matter

While Pride Month in June often takes the spotlight, October is LGBTQ+ History Month, a time to honor our community. Throughout these past few weeks, we’ve celebrated International Lesbian Day, National Coming Out Day, and Spirit Day. These moments honor our stories, our courage, and our power to l…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

October 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM

Activate Your Donor-Advised Fund for Safer Schools

National Estate Planning Awareness Week (October 20–26) is the perfect time to take an important step that protects your loved ones and ensures a lasting impact for LGBTQ+ students nationwide.  As attacks on inclusive education and LGBTQ+ visibility continue to rise, your commitment to GLSEN helps …

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

October 9, 2025 at 3:03 PM

Activate Your Donor-Advised Fund for Safer Schools

Did you know that more than $250 billion sits unused in Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) across the U.S.? Today, on National DAF Day (October 9) we invite you to put those resources to work protecting LGBTQ+ youth.  DONATE WITH A DAF These dormant resources could change countless lives, but they only do…

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October 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM

GLSEN National Student Council Applications are open!

Hey John,  We’re excited to announce an incredible opportunity for student leaders across the country - applications are now open for the 2025-2026 GLSEN National Student Council (NSC)!  The NSC is a place for LGBTQ+ high school students to cultivate their leadership potential, amplify their voices,…

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October 6, 2025 at 12:45 PM

It's Banned Books Week and we're launching the 2025-2026 Rainbow Library!

Hello John,  It's National Banned Books Week! As we raise awareness about the impact of censorship on LGBTQ+ stories and voices, we want to highlight our brand new Rainbow Library Book Lists for the 2025-2026 school year. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE RAINBOW LIBRARY At GLSEN, we believe representation mat…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

September 30, 2025 at 2:21 PM

Last chance: Your gift doubles for LGBTQ+ youth!

Dear John, We are so close to meeting our A&F Challenge goal! The deadline is almost here and GLSEN still needs you!  By midnight tonight, September 30th, every donation made through our A&F Challenge page will be doubled by Hollister. That means your support can go twice as far to create sa…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

September 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM

Time is running out: Your gift can still be doubled!

Dear John, We’re almost through our A&F Challenge goal! But thousands of LGBTQ+ students are still waiting for safer, more inclusive classrooms. DONATE TODAY That’s where you come in. Every dollar donated through GLSEN’s A&F Challenge page will be matched, up to the campaign deadline.  When…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

September 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM

What one student told us about GLSEN

Dear John, A high school junior recently shared:  “Over the course of GLSEN’s program, I’ve recognized that I do have power in the world. I may be living in a place where I don’t seem to have any, but GLSEN has shown me that I am allowed to fight back, I am allowed to openly be me, I am allowed to f…

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August 28, 2025 at 12:45 PM

Together, we can write the story for LGBTQ+ students

Dear John, Imagine walking into school on the first day and seeing a book that reflects your identity or a teacher who proudly creates space for all students to be themselves. That moment of recognition and belonging is life-changing. DONATE TODAY GLSEN helps make that moment possible. From training…

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August 21, 2025 at 2:16 PM

Back to School, Back to Advocacy

Dear John, A new school year should bring excitement, not fear. But for far too many LGBTQ+ students, “back to school” means walking into classrooms where their identities are erased, their books are banned, and their safety is at risk. DONATE TODAY That’s why GLSEN is here. We’re equipping educator…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

August 19, 2025 at 5:45 PM

Heading Back to School with GLSEN

 Hello John,  Whether you're a teacher, student, parent, or a supporter, GLSEN is here to help you kick off the new school year informed and ready to make the most of it!  Right now, we're fighting back against censorship and discriminatory policies that make going back to school much harder for LGB…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

August 13, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Leaving a lasting legacy during National Make-A-Will Month

As back-to-school season continues, LGBTQ+ students across the country are returning to classrooms that don’t always feel safe. GLSEN is working to change that with help from advocates like you. 🏳️‍🌈  National Make-A-Will Month is the perfect opportunity to plan ahead, protect your loved ones, and …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

August 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Back-to-School looks different for everyone

While LGBTQ+ students gear up for a new school year, meeting teachers, reconnecting with friends, and stepping into new routines, GLSEN is working to ensure their classrooms are places of safety, affirmation, and possibility.  And just as students prepare for what’s ahead, August is also National M…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

July 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM

Summer Shouldn’t Mean Silence for LGBTQ+ Youth

Our Work Doesn’t Stop. Even When School’s Out. For many LGBTQ+ students, summer isn’t just a break from school. It’s a break from safety, community, and visibility. Without affirming educators or LGBTQ+ inclusive environments, too many young people are left feeling isolated and unsupported. DONATE …

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July 15, 2025 at 6:44 PM

LGBTQ+ Students Still Need Us This Summer

Pride is Year-Round. So Is the Need. While most school years may be over, the challenges LGBTQ+ students face don’t take a summer break. At GLSEN, we know that summer can be an isolating time for many young people, cut off from affirming spaces, supportive educators, and the safety of school-based r…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

June 25, 2025 at 3:46 PM

Be a part of our short film!

We are calling on you!  We are proud to be collaborating with Crowdsorcery on a new film, called Portraits of Pride. Documenting the joy, struggle, and strength of the Pride movement across the nation, this film will be made entirely from submitted footage from people like you.  From parades to per…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

June 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM

At GLSEN Pride is Protest. Pride is Power. Pride is Action.

As Pride Month comes to a close, our work is far from over. LGBTQ+ youth still face harassment, censorship, and discrimination in schools across the country. The attacks don’t stop on July 1 and neither do we. DONATE TODAY We need your support to keep going through the summer, into the next schoo…

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June 12, 2025 at 3:03 PM

This Pride, Rise Up for LGBTQ+ youth with GLSEN

Pride. Resistance. Celebration. Protest. Community. Joy. Pride is all of this and more. At GLSEN, we know that Pride isn't just parades and rainbow flags. It’s a declaration: our LGBTQ+ youth deserve safe, affirming schools where they can learn, grow, and thrive. DONATE TODAY In 2024 alone, over 5…

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June 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️📚 Celebrate Pride, Support Students – Shop with Purpose

This Pride, Your Purchase Has Power Pride Month is a time for joy, visibility, and action and your support can go further than ever. When you shop with GLSEN’s Pride Partners, you’re not just picking up limited-edition merch, you’re investing in a future where every student regardless of gender ide…

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June 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM

United for Pride with GLSEN

Pride. Resistance. Celebration. Protest. Community. Joy. DONATE TODAY Pride is more than one month of celebrations and recognition of the LGBTQ+ community. It's a protest and a fight for equality. It's collaboration and support across other marginalized communities.  It's for our future and our saf…

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  GLSEN Events · [email protected]

June 3, 2025 at 1:29 PM

Help us kick off NYC Pride with Jennifer Holliday and Big Freedia!

  Kick off NYC Pride and celebrate Juneteenth with us on Wednesday, June 18th from 6pm to 9pm!   Overlooking New York City’s Central Park in Deutsche Bank’s beautiful rooftop terrace, you’ll hear about our mission from our Executive Director, Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, be treated to special perfor…

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May 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM

We need your help to amplify the voices of LGBTQ+ students

HELP CONNECT LGBTQIA+ YOUTH TO OUR VIRTUAL NATIONAL SCHOOL CLIMATE YOUTH FOCUS GROUPS!  Throughout June, GLSEN is organizing conversations with LGBTQIA+ youth across the country as part of our 2024 National School Climate Survey. GLSEN’s research has proven to be a powerful tool in advocating for b…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

May 22, 2025 at 2:08 PM

Protect your future—and our history—this Pride

Dear John,  As Pride Month approaches, we invite you to take a step that both honors LGBTQ+ history and strengthens your peace of mind. Through our partnership with FreeWill, you can create or update your will completely free of charge in as little as 20 minutes.Making a will ensures your wishes are…

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May 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM

🌈🏳️‍⚧️📚 GLSEN Pride Activities for You!

There’s lots of ways to show your Pride this June! Dear John,  It’s almost June which means it’s almost Pride Month and we want to be sure you know all the ways to be United for Pride with GLSEN. Show your Pride  Be sure to check out GLSEN’s Resource Hub which has amazing assets for students, educat…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

May 16, 2025 at 2:03 PM

United for Pride: Rise Up for LGBTQ+ Youth

Dear John,  Pride month is just around the corner!   This year, in spite of the onslaught of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment from some of our nation’s political leaders and our society’s deepening cultural divide, we want to shed light on our community’s strength, power, and perseverance.   Pride began as a …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

May 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Give Hope for Inclusive Education

Dear John,  Over the years, GLSEN has been fortunate to be backed by champions like you who believe in our mission of promoting safe and inclusive schools for all students, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.  Today, I'm reaching out to ask for your conti…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

April 29, 2025 at 8:42 PM

GLSEN Steps Up to Protect Inclusive Education

Dear John,  Since January, the Trump administration has added fuel to extreme efforts to undermine inclusive education and silence LGBTQ+ students and their families. GLSEN will not rest until every student has access to a safe, affirming, and inclusive school environment. SUPPORT GLSEN'S WORK TOD…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

April 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Last Chance to Vote for GLSEN in CREDO’s Campaign!

Dear John,  There’s still time to make a difference for LGBTQ+ students – but not much! Voting for GLSEN in CREDO Mobile’s campaign closes at the end of this month, and we need your support to secure a share of $30,000 in funding. Voting is free, quick, and makes a real impact.  How to Vote: Visit …

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  GLSEN Events · [email protected]

April 16, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Kickoff NYC Pride with GLSEN!

  GLSEN and Deutsche Bank invite you to kick off NYC Pride and celebrate Juneteenth at Pride Above The Park on Wednesday, June 18th from 6pm to 9pm. Join us as we bring together GLSEN supporters for an evening overlooking Central Park!   You’ll hear about our mission from GLSEN’s Executive Director…

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April 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Turn Tax Season into Impact Season with GLSEN!

Dear John,  With the tax day deadline approaching, you may be thinking about ways to make the most of your contributions. At GLSEN, we offer you an opportunity to do just that. By supporting our mission, you are not only creating positive change in the lives of students across the nation but you co…

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April 4, 2025 at 12:46 PM

Today is Day of (No) Silence!

Hi John, Day of (No) Silence is today!   Whether you're a student, educator, parent, activist, or ally, today is your opportunity to show your support for LGBTQ+ students across the country.  Head to glsen.org/DayOfNoSilence to discover the wide range of tools, resources, and opportunities for you …

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

April 2, 2025 at 6:10 PM

Vote for GLSEN to Help Us Secure Crucial Funding!

Dear John,  We’re excited to share a unique opportunity for you to support GLSEN in a simple yet impactful way, and no donation is required!  This April, GLSEN is one of three organizations featured in CREDO Mobile’s monthly voting campaign. CREDO Mobile, a company that has donated over $95 million…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

March 27, 2025 at 12:32 PM

You stand with our youth — and we stand with you

Dear John,  There has never been a more vital time to empower safe and affirming schools for LGBTQ+ students. Thanks to supporters like you, we’re building a future where all students feel included and celebrated. We’re so grateful to count you as part of this movement.  Today, we want to help you …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

March 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM

How to Participate in Day of (No) Silence

Hi John, Day of (No) Silence is coming up!  Join us on the week leading up to April 4th by Rising Up and using your voice in protest against the daily erasure, mistreatment, and marginalization of LGBTQ+ students.  🔔 Register to receive updates and resources leading up to Day of (No) Silence.  Don'…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

March 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Help Us Fight Discrimination in Education

Dear John,  Our conviction at GLSEN remains unshaken: every student deserves a learning environment free from bullying and discrimination. A staggering number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced this year threatens this right, shining the spotlight on the urgent need for our collective action.  The wel…

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  Melanie Willingham-Jaggers · [email protected]

March 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Get ready for Day of (NO) Silence April 4th!

Hi John,  Join us for the full week leading up to Day of (NO) Silence on Friday, April 4th!  Day of Silence originated over 30 years ago as a student-led silent protest against the daily mistreatment and marginalization of LGBTQ+ students.  It is now more important than ever for the voices of our mo…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

March 4, 2025 at 7:18 PM

Alert: McMahon Confirmed as Education Secretary

Dear John,  Last evening, Linda McMahon was sworn in as the new Secretary of Education. She is now the Cabinet-level official charged with enforcing federal civil rights laws in schools.  But as she stepped into the role, McMahon already has taken action to start reviews of all programs at the Depa…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

February 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM

You Can Change a Life Today

Dear John,  Every day, LGBTQ+ students across the nation face challenges that can feel overwhelming. But together, we can make a real difference. Your support empowers GLSEN to create safe and inclusive schools where every student can thrive. DONATE TO GLSEN TODAY Join other supporters in standing …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

February 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM

One Month In, Trump’s Education Department Fails LGBTQ+ Students

Dear John,  One month into the new administration, Donald Trump is already weaponizing the federal government to silence diversity in schools. With so much focus on his misguided plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, GLSEN is raising the alarm about how the Department’s tools to enfor…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

February 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM

Take Action: We Need a Champion, Not a Crony, as Education Secretary

Dear John,  LGBTQ+ students depend on the U.S. Department of Education to enforce civil rights laws in schools across the country. Donald Trump and Elon Musk are already at work to gut the Department and undermine federal support for schools and students.  Earlier today, Trump’s pick to lead the De…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

February 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM

GLSEN’s commitment to a better future

Dear John,  At GLSEN, diversity, equity, and inclusion are intrinsic to all of our work. We won’t back down on our mission to make our nation’s educational spaces safer, more inclusive, and affirming for all students, especially those most marginalized by our society.  SUPPORT OUR MISSION Recent a…

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February 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM

AVAILABLE NOW: LGBTQ+ History Flashcards!

Hello John,   In this pivotal social moment, it is more important than ever to honor the LGBTQ+ activists and visionaries who paved the way, and those carrying their legacy forward today. In tribute to these remarkable individuals—past and present—we are thrilled to officially announce our newly re…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

February 4, 2025 at 6:43 PM

GLSEN’s is in a period of transition

Dear John,  I’m writing to give context to some of the changes taking place here at GLSEN.  We are now officially being governed by a federal administration that carries with it more fear and uncertainty than ever before in living memory. Now more than ever, we need a right-sized GLSEN for building…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 30, 2025 at 8:02 PM

Combatting Donald Trump’s campaign of hate and fear

Dear John,  We are in a very difficult moment in history. Many of us feel a deep sense of loss and concern for our country and the future of our young people.  Many people, especially vulnerable students, are feeling afraid. HELP LGBTQ+ STUDENTS TODAY Donald Trump’s presidency has already proven …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM

15 States Failing on LGBTQ+ Inclusion. See how inclusive your state is.

Hello John,  The new GLSEN State Report Card resource reveals troubling findings: 15 states are adopting harmful policies that block inclusive education, promote discrimination, and make schools unsafe for LGBTQ+ youth.  If states were graded five years ago using today’s rubric, none would have rec…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 17, 2025 at 3:34 PM

Preparing for Inauguration Day

Dear John,  As we head into a Donald Trump presidency on Monday, we face a lot of uncertainty. Now is not the time to be afraid of what may come or let those with a bully pulpit intimidate us into silence, but to educate ourselves and others about our rights–to stand strong in the face of fear and …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM

One small step to protect what matters most

Care for your loved ones and our nation’s youth. Dear John,  Every day, LGBTQ+ students rely on GLSEN’s work to create safe, inclusive, and affirming schools. With your support, we’ve empowered thousands of student-led GSAs, provided life-changing resources for educators, and fought for policies tha…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 13, 2025 at 3:31 PM

TAKE ACTION: Protect LGBTQ+ Student Athletes

Dear John,  If you haven’t taken action to protect transgender student athletes, now is your chance.   This week, Congress is expected to vote on H.R. 28/S. 9, a bill that seeks to impose a national ban on transgender students playing on sports teams that are consistent with their gender identity. …

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 9, 2025 at 3:16 PM

Tell Congress LGBTQ+ students belong in school sports

Dear John,  We need your help telling Congress to protect transgender student athletes.   Even before Donald Trump is sworn in, Congress is expected to vote on H.R. 28/S. 9, a bill that seeks to impose a national ban on transgender students playing on sports teams that are consistent with their gen…

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  GLSEN · [email protected]

January 8, 2025 at 2:50 PM

Start 2025 with an act of care for LGBTQ+ youth

Support your future and safe schools for LGBTQ+ youth. Dear John,  At GLSEN, your support empowers LGBTQ+ students to thrive in safe, inclusive, and affirming schools. As we begin 2025, we invite you to take a meaningful step to care for what matters most to you: your loved ones and the causes you h…

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