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| Like you, our Tri-Cities PFLAG chapter is very concerned about the growing atmosphere of anti-gay harassment and abuse occurring in our schools. We are all aware that it can have a devastating effect on the self-esteem and lives of gay/lesbian teens who are often overwhelmed by their budding sexuality. | ||
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| As parents, family members, and friends of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) people, we are looking for dedicated individuals like you to partner with us to improve conditions, provide safe schools, and ensure a safe, equitable and inclusive learning environment for all our children, including our GLBT ones. Our available booklets provide information about the legal landmarks for schools and some things that schools can do to support students. | ||
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| The campaign will unite PFLAG chapters, representatives and state councils in creating a wave of safe schools activities across the country in October 2000. It will offer tools for PFLAG activists to initiate or expand safe schools work and to form strong coalitions with other local groups committed to safe schools. | ||
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| PFLAG is not a counseling group. We serve as a support, education, and advocacy group and provide opportunities for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people and their families to talk about their situation and ask questions. | ||
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We currently have a packet of “what you can do” and “how to” pamphlets and brochures plus informational documents from knowledgeable sources that we can offer at no cost to you or your school. Because we are committed to improving educational experiences of GLBT youth, we would be happy to provide you as many copies as you need. Instructional resource notebooks and manuals are also available from GALE (Gay and Lesbian Educators), US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, National Education Association (NEA) and the Michigan Department of Education. A list of these sources and of our PFLAG resources is found below. You may use this form to order directly by mail or phone. These documents are in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format. Click here to download Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you have any questions or need assistance dealing with these issues, please feel free to contact us. |
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