In America, up to 40% of youth experiencing homelessness identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. The 40 of the Forty list provides a platform for the 40% of youth experiencing homelessness who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning. Youth are the experts of their own truths, and we aim to honor their voices and their stories. Our goal is to inspire hope and help reduce the stigma often associated with housing instability and homelessness. View and download these youth’s stories at The True Colors … [Read more...]

A new year has begun! Why not rethink the words you use (or teach others) in order to reduce stigmatization and promote compassion. The words covered:  Therapy, Race, Fat, Skinny, Old, Dark, Virgin, Bisexual/Pansexual, Curvy, Flat, OCD, Kinky, Plus-size, Nappy, Bipolar, and Diversity. Read the article on Buzzfeed … [Read more...]

“Describing Santa Cruz, California, residents Lara and Emkay Bosque as passionate advocates of foster care and adoption is a lot like saying DaVinci was handy with a paintbrush or Beethoven could write a catchy tune.” Read the full article in The Huffington Post … [Read more...]

As the second half of the school year commences, here’s a great resource for GSA leaders who are going to be transitioning out of high school. “As the school year comes to an end, many GSA leaders worry about what will happen to the GSA club once they are gone. It is important to create a strategy for passing the torch of leadership so that your GSA stays strong for future years. Your long-term goal is to keep your GSA active in the fight against homophobia and transphobia in schools…” Read the full guide at GSA Network … [Read more...]