Tampa Bay Coalition
Posts this Newswirre in Support and on Behalf
of;
Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network
GLSEN
Breaking
News
Teacher Sues For Right to Teach Tolerance
A California teacher’s 3-year fight to discuss diversity in
his classroom has led to a landmark trial in which
he charges the school district violated his freedom of speech.
The teacher, an African American married father, says he was sanctioned for
supporting LGBT rights and racial diversity. More info
Take
Action
Lobby Your Members of Congress at
Home In August
With Congress in summer recess, now is the
time to visit your representatives in their district offices to discuss issues important to the LGBT community. You need not be a lawyer
or a lobbyist to initiate and participate in these meetings – and GLSEN is here
to support your role as an effective constituent. More
info
Safe
Schools
Get Hands-On With
Your School Board
One of the most important players involved
in protecting LGBT people in schools is your local school board. Thiss handy
checklist offers ideas on how to get to know your school board members and work
with them to make classrooms safe and inclusive for all. More info
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