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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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