Out, Safe & Respected – Your rights at school.
July 12, 2009
This brochure is designed to help you know your rights at school and make sure they’re respected, and to give you concrete ideas about how you can make a difference in your school and community. You have the right to be who you are. You have the right to be out, safe and respected at school.
This publication is provided by Lambda Legal, and covers topics such as:
- LOOK OUT: Stand Up for Your Right to Be Safe. How to make sure your school is a safe space for all students
- START OUT: So You Wanna Start a GSA. How to form a gay-straight alliance at your school
- HELP OUT: Are You an Ally? How to be an ally to LGBTQ youth
- ACT OUT: Take Action at Your School. How to make real changes for LGBTQ students at your school
- WORK OUT: How to Negotiate With Adults. How to work with teachers and officials on LGBTQ rights
- FIND OUT: Protection Against Discrimination and Harassment: The Law Is on Your Side. How to defend your legal rights
- SPEAK OUT: Your Speech Rights. How to make sure your voice is heard
- STEP OUT: Your Prom. How to have a safe, inclusive, unforgettable prom
- SEEK OUT: National Resources. How to contact other organizations working for LGBTQ youth
Remember, You have the right to be who you are!
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