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Reflections from Eliza Byard on Orlando

To the GLSEN Family,  Last night at the Stonewall Inn here in New York City, and at thousands of similar vigils around the country, people came together in remembrance of...

Reflections from Eliza Byard on Orlando

To the GLSEN Family,  Last night at the Stonewall Inn here in New York City, and at thousands of similar vigils around the country, people came together in remembrance of...

Addressing the Orlando Shooting at Your School

Dear Educators, Today, as shocking news of the horrific attack in Orlando filtered through my timelines, feeds and inbox, I paused to think about what it will be like for...

Where to Honor the Victims of the Orlando Shooting

Last night at the LGBT nightclub Pulse in Orlando, Fla., a senseless attack on the LGBT community took place. With 50 reported killed and 52 injured, the tragedy is the...

How the NBA Is Making a Home for LGBTQ Youth Li...

Basketball is a sport that I hold near and dear to my heart. Born and raised in the hometown of five-time NBA championship winners, the San Antonio Spurs, I played...

Here’s How We’re Making School Sports Safer for...

From physical education class to the playing field, athletic spaces at school are often hostile places for LGBTQ youth. Unfortunately, these spaces can be so hostile that many students outright...