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Queer Youth Assemble
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🏳️‍🌈 by + for queer & trans youth 🏳️‍⚧️
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Labels aren't limited to black/white definitions, and are integral to language to expression of identity + diversity. Exploring yourself, your sexuality, your gender identity, among other things. It takes time to learn and understand yourself. Use what feels good and feels right :)
Background ID: A light purple background with wavy blobs of blue, purple, and pink in the top left + bottom right corners. A lighter splotch is in the middle, under the text Image: A tan teenager laying on their stomach with a leg raised, they have blue-grey textured hair, a septum piercing, and other ear piercings. They're wearing a smile, a purple-grey sweater, black pants with a patch on a knee, and black + white shoes If you’re attracted to people of more than one gender or all genders, you may be pansexual. Some folks use bisexual and pansexual interchangeably, others use only one word exclusively to describe themselves. Labels aren’t limited to black and white definitions and are a part of our language to express the identity and diversity of people. Getting to know yourself, in sexuality and gender identity among other things, can be ever evolving, and it can take time to find the right fit.
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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There's many ways to be a bi ally!
- Believe bisexual people when they tell you who they are.
- Don’t assume someone’s orientation based on their partner.
- Amplify bi voices, especially bi people of color and trans bi folks.
- Celebrate bisexuality year-round, not just on visibility day.
Background ID: A light purple background with wavy blobs of blue, purple, and pink in the top left + bottom right corners. A lighter splotch is in the middle, under the text BEING AN ALLY - Believe bisexual people when they tell you who they are. - Don’t assume someone’s orientation based on their partner. - Amplify bi voices, especially bi people of color and trans bi folks. - Celebrate bisexuality year-round, not just on visibility day. Today and every day, we honor our bisexual community — you are seen, loved, and celebrated.
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Biphobia and bi erasure exist in alot of ways:
- Assuming someone is “actually straight” or “actually gay” based on who they’re dating
- Saying bisexuality is “just a phase"
- Treating bi people as “confused” or “greedy"
- Ignoring/excluding bisexual experiences in LGBTQ+ history + culture
Background ID: A light purple background with wavy blobs of blue, purple, and pink in the top left + bottom right corners. A lighter splotch is in the middle, under the text BI ERASURE & BIPHOBIA - Assuming someone is “actually straight” or “actually gay” depending on who they’re dating. - Saying bisexuality is “just a phase.” - Treating bi people as “confused” or “greedy.” - Ignoring or excluding bisexual experiences in LGBTQ+ history and culture.
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Bisexuality is being attracted to more than one gender. It's a valid, beautiful identity that is different for each person

Even in queer spaces, bi people often face erasure or stigma.

Bi Visibility Day exists to uplift, celebrate, and highlight bi people + their experiences
Background ID: A light purple background with wavy blobs of blue, purple, and pink in the top left + bottom right corners. A lighter splotch is in the middle, under the text WHAT IS BISEXUALITY? Bisexuality is the attraction to more than one gender. It’s a valid, beautiful identity that looks different for each person — some bi folks may be attracted equally to multiple genders, while others experience attraction in different ways. Even within LGBTQ+ spaces, bisexual people often face erasure or stigma. Bi Visibility Day exists to uplift and celebrate bisexual people, highlight their experiences, and push back against harmful stereotypes.
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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September 23rd is bisexual visibility day!

Let's learn about it together 🧵
1) What is bisexuality
2) Bi erasure + biphobia
3) Being an ally
4) On labels
Background ID: A light purple background with wavy blobs of blue, purple, and pink in the top left + bottom right corners. A lighter splotch is in the middle, under the text Image: A white teen with curly brown hair wearing a blue shirt with a green over shirt holding a paper with a rainbow in the corner and a pan flag in their hand Text: Sept 23 is BISEXUAL VISIBILITY DAY Let’s Talk About It!
September 23, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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How can you help?

1. Donate to Equal Justice Initiative
2. Educate your Community about Recent Events
3. Donate to Mississippi’s Chapter of the NAACP
3. Advocate to Protect Black Youth
Title: What Can I Do? Body: 1. Donate to Equal Justice Initiative EJI is one of the leading organizations documenting the history of racial terror lynchings and advocating for racial justice today. 2. Educate your Community about Recent Events Share Trey Reed’s story, the history of lynching in Mississippi, and the urgent need for transparency. Host a conversation in your GSA or friend group, share articles on social media, and challenge people to learn more about how racial terror still impacts Black communities today. Silence allows injustice to continue — education is a step toward action. 3. Donate to Mississippi’s Chapter of the NAACP The NAACP has historically fought lynching and continues to advocate for racial justice and civil rights protections today. Your donation helps them stay on the ground, supporting communities, holding officials accountable, and demanding justice. 3. Advocate to Protect Black Youth Call your local reps and school boards to demand better mental health resources, anti-racist policies, and protections for Black students. Speak up when you see injustice, and use your voice to ensure Black youth can grow up safe, supported, and free from fear.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Ruled as a homicide or suicide, Trey's death shows the shadow of unconfronted history. Black life is still treated as disposable.

Trey's family deserves answers. His community deserves the truth. Young black people across the US deserve to know they are worth more than silence and speculation
Title: Justice for Trey Reed Image: A dark-skinned teenager with curly hair wearing a green jacket, they're holding a sign that says "Black Lives Matter" Body: Whether Trey’s death is ultimately ruled a homicide or suicide, it exists in the shadow of a country that has never fully confronted its history and in a present where Black life is still treated as disposable. Trey’s family deserves answers. His community deserves the truth. And young Black people across this country deserve to know that their lives are worth more than silence, speculation, or quick conclusions designed to move the public on. We will not accept quiet investigations that leave families fighting alone. We will not allow this story to fade simply because it does not dominate national headlines or receive the kind of public acknowledgment from national leaders that so often follows other tragedies. Trey’s death must be investigated fully and transparently — not rushed, not hidden. We will keep saying his name, sharing his story, and demanding a world where young Black lives are met with care, not dismissal. His life mattered, and the truth matters.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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We recognize the importance of intersectionality. Black queer/+trans youth are at especially high risk, family rejection, school discrimination, + barriers to care.

These issues must be talked about as part of a larger fight for justice, safety, and survival. These tragedies are not isolated
Image: A black teen with short coily hair decorated with cuffs, wearing glasses, black gauges, and an unbuttoned blue shirt with pink flower patterns over a white undershirt Body: As an organization for queer and trans youth, we know that intersectionality matters. Black queer and trans youth are at especially high risk, facing family rejection, school discrimination, and barriers to care. We must talk about these issues together — not as isolated tragedies but as part of a larger fight for justice, safety, and survival. The Equal Justice Initiative documents over 4,400 racial terror lynchings between 1877 and 1950 across the South. And today, the numbers remain alarming: Black people die by suicide at rising rates, and Black men are disproportionately impacted by violence, police killings, and preventable deaths. Each time a Black man is found hanging, we are forced to ask: Was this an act of violence? Was this preventable? Did systems meant to protect life fail again? And when tragedies like this receive little national attention and investigations are rushed to rule out foul play, and families are left fighting for answers, it sends a chilling message about whose lives are deemed worthy of outrage and public griefEach time a Black man is found hanging, we are forced to ask: Was this an act of violence? Was this preventable? Did systems meant to protect life fail again? And when tragedies like this receive little national attention and investigations are rushed to rule out foul play, and families are left fighting for answers, it sends a chilling message about whose lives are deemed worthy of outrage and public grief
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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When tragedies like this happen, it's important to look at the systems that failed to protect these lives.

Black communities are more likely to experience poverty, discrimination, + to be exposed to violence—which has been linked to mental health crises + disability
Image: In the bottom left corner is a white teen with purple hair wearing a battle jacket, a white shirt with a pink heart containing the gender diverse symbol, and holding a sign that says "No Justice, No Peace" Body: As Bryan Fair, interim president and CEO of the SPLC, stated, “The imagery of these deaths immediately evokes the collective consciousness of those who are deeply aware of Mississippi’s troubled past. These events remind us how inequity continues to endanger lives.” When tragedies like this happen, it is crucial to talk not only about violence but also about how our systems fail to protect life. Black communities face higher rates of poverty, discrimination, and exposure to violence — all of which are directly linked to mental health crises. Black men are four times more likely to die by suicide now than they were a generation ago, and young people of color often have less access to affirming mental health resources. For unhoused people, like Cory, the lack of housing, health care, and community support increases the risk of suicide and violent death. These deaths do not happen in a vacuum — they are shaped by systemic neglect, racism, and the refusal to address inequality at its roots
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Only 50 miles away in 1955, the body of 14y/o Emmet Till had been found in the Tallahatchie River after a lynching for allegedly whistling at a white woman. His murder was one of many sparks to the civil rights movements... and 70yrs later echoes of the violence remai8
Title: Let's Talk About It... Image: A black and white image of a city, with the focus on a black flag with white text reading "A Man Was Lynched Yesterday" Body: Just 50 miles away, the body of 14-year-old Emmett Till was discovered in the Tallahatchie River in 1955 after he was lynched for allegedly whistling at a white woman. His murder became one of the catalysts for the civil rights movement — and yet, 70 years later, the echoes of that violence remain. Trey’s death is not the only one this week. In Vicksburg, Mississippi, the body of 41-year-old Cory Zukatis, a white man experiencing homelessness, was also found hanging from a tree near Ameristar Casino. Authorities have ruled Zukatis’s death a suicide, but community members are still grappling with the pain and imagery of two people found hanging in the same week.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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His family is seeking an independent autopsy for transparency and accountability.

This represents more than just an autopsy to his community + family. This is about the safety, respect, and protection of Black lives, + if it'll ever truly come
Title: Let's talk about it... Image: A young black man standing in front of a sparkly blue and silver backdrop, he's wearing dark washed jeans, a blue polo shirt, and a thin gold chain, he's smiling Body: The family is now seeking an independent autopsy to ensure transparency and accountability. For Trey’s loved ones and community, this is about more than just one investigation. It’s about whether Black lives can ever truly be safe, respected, and protected — especially in Mississippi. Trey’s death cannot be viewed in isolation. Mississippi carries a heavy history of racial terror. The sight of a Black man hanging from a tree calls back to the thousands of lynchings that took place in the Jim Crow South — acts of racial terror designed to silence, intimidate, and destroy Black life.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Attorney Ben Crump, representing the family, has called for a full, independent investigation. Trey had been well-loved within his community, + conflicting evidence is raising questions. The Coroner's office reported no signs of assault, while Trey's social media suggests leg injuries.
Title: Lets talk about it Image: Another young black man, he's wearing a suit with a black bowtie Body: Attorney Ben Crump, who is representing the family, has called for a full, independent investigation “Trey Reed was a young man full of promise and warmth, deeply loved and respected by all who knew him. His family and the campus community deserve a full, independent investigation to uncover the truth about what happened.” But questions remain. The Bolivar County Coroner’s Office reported no signs of physical assault, but conflicting information has caused deep concern. Members of Trey’s family report that police first told them he had been found in his dorm room, not outside. Social media posts claim Trey may have had injuries including broken legs- that would have made it impossible for him to hang himself.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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TW: Discussions of hate crimes, murder, violence, and suicide

On Sept 12th, 2025, the body of 21y/o Demartravion “Trey” Reed had been found by Delta State University faculty.

Trey had shown hope towards his future and no signs of distress or suicidality.
Image 1- Title: Trey Reed Found Hanging From Tree At Mississippi University. Subtitle: TW: The following content discusses topics surrounding violence. Please read at your own discretion. Bottom half: 6 people of color hold posters for Justice for Trey Reed. Title: Let's talk about it Image: A young black man wearing a collared white shirt, a red bowtie, and a thin golden chain necklace Body: On the morning of September 15, 2025, Delta State University faculty discovered the body of 21-year-old student Demartravion “Trey” Reed hanging from a tree near the campus pickleball courts. His death has devastated his family and shaken the campus community. Trey’s loved ones describe him as gentle and giving, “Trey was our little quiet light. He was sweet, well-mannered, and would give you the world if he could. We ask that you continue to keep our family in your prayers as we walk through these unforeseen times.” Family members say Trey was excited about his future and showed no signs of distress.
September 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Our flyers for your distributing pleasure :)
September 18, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Join us in Boston for our 5th annual LTAP!

LTAP: Let Trans Athletes Play! This is a nationwide movement combining sports, protests, + education to create a space where anyone can get involved

Where: 1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121
When: Sat, October 4th, 12pm-4pm EST
Image ID: A purple background with plain black text at the top (header) and title text in purple with a black outline (title). Under the title is a lighter purple box for visibility. At the bottom is four teens, from left to right: a teenager with curly brown hair in a wheelchair wearing a jersey and long striped sleeves underneath; a teen with coily light brown hair holding a ball wearing a cropped yellow top, purple shorts, and has a band aid on their knee; a teen with short purple hair wearing a cropped cut-off jersey and blue-gray shorts; a teen with green curly hair wearing glasses and heart earrings, also wearing an orange t-shirt and yellow pants with white flower patterns, they're holding a football, a baseball, a blue ball, and a green ball Header: Join us in Boston for our 5th Annual Title: Let Trans Athletes Play Image ID: a purple background with purple header text with a black outline (header). Underneath is a lighter purple box for visibility. In the bottom left corner is a darker skinned teenager with short coily hair holding a basketball, a football, and a red ball. They're wearing upside-down triangle earrings and a green shirt with blue accents + stripes on the short sleeves. Header: What is LTAP? Body: It's time we take back our sports. LTAP, or, Let Trans Athletes Play, is a nationwide movement to help end transgender sports bans. We blend sports, protest, and education to create a space where anyone, not just queer & trans youth, can get involved. This year, we are proud to host the first-ever GSA Kickball Tournament, where local GSAs and other queer & trans youth groups will kick their way to the top! The winning team will receive free Queer Youth Assemble swag. Image ID: a purple background with purple header text with a black outline (header). Underneath is a lighter purple box for visibility. On the right side is a map of the relative area, with a large baseball indicating the softball field. A small lighter purple bubble overlaps with the end (bubble text). Header: See You There! Bubble text: Join us at the softball field! Body text: The Playstead, Franklin Park* in Boston, MA on Saturday, October 4, from 12pm-4pm Don't forget to wear sunscreen and comfortable clothes! Please contact us at atlascb@queeryouthassemble.org if you are interested in tabling or have any questions! *1 Franklin Park Rd, Boston, MA 02121
September 18, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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It's very easy to feel anxious + overwhelmed. Below are two grounding exercises for you and then two more in our picture :)

5-4-3-2-1
- 5 things you see
- 4 things you touch
- 3 things you hear
- 2 things you smell
- 1 thing you taste

Box Breathing
Inhale 4 Hold 4 Exhale 4 Hold 4 - repeat.
Image ID: a soft green background with a lighter square shaped bubble under the body text. In the indent of the body text with a pencil pouch with two pencils and a ruler sticking out, it has a rainbow patch on it Header: soft green text with a black outline that says "Grounding exercises" Body text: For when you’re anxious, overwhelmed, or need to feel present. 5-4-3-2-1 - 5 things you see - 4 things you touch - 3 things you hear - 2 things you smell - 1 thing you taste Box Breathing Inhale 4 • Hold 4 • Exhale 4 • Hold 4 — repeat. Cold Reset Splash water on your face or hold an ice cube to help your body calm down. Feet on the Ground Press feet into the floor. Imagine roots growing and holding you steady.
September 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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It's really easy to feel alone, especially for those closeted/+ in a conservative area. Online you can find communities that are accepting and make you feel seen :).

Here's two we know are safe:
Queer Youth Space: Our discord server
TrevorSpace: Global online community for LGBTQ+ people 13–24y/o
Image ID: soft green background with a lighter square bubble behind the body text Header: soft green text with a black outline that says "Online communities" Body text: Going back to school can be tough — especially if you’re closeted, in a conservative community, dealing with anxiety, or don’t have much freedom outside of school. Feeling like the only queer or trans kid in your town can be extremely isolating but you are not alone. Here are some places to find community and connect safely with other LGBTQ+ youth: Queer Youth Space (QYA’s Discord) – A moderated, queer youth–only space where you can make friends, join interest-based channels, and be part of a supportive community no matter where you live. TrevorSpace – A global online community for LGBTQ+ young people ages 13–24, run by The Trevor Project. Q Chat Space – Live, chat-based discussion groups with trained facilitators where you can talk about identity, mental health, and more in a safe environment (A/n, Qchat is currently down as of typing + posting)
September 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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It's easy to feel scared + hopeless. But, please know you're not alone.

The Trevor Project: Call 1-866-488-7386 / text START to 678678
Trans lifeline: Call 1-877-565-8860 (10a-4p ET)
Crisis Text Line: Text ‘HELLO’ to 741741
LGBT National Hotline: Call 1-888-843-4564 (M-F 4p-12a/Sat 12p-5p ET)
Image ID: a soft green background with a lighter square-shaped bubble in the center. A tan person with white hair and glasses stands in the bottom right corner with their hands on their chest Header: soft green text with a black outline that says "suicide hotlines" Body text: The Trevor Project 24/7 Call 1-866-488-7386 Text ‘START’ to 678678 Trans Lifeline 10a-4p ET Call 1-877-565-8860 Crisis Text Line 24/7 Text ‘HELLO’ to 741741 LGBT National Hotline M-F 4p-12a/ Sat 12p-5p ET Call 1-888-843-4564
September 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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Telling someone your preferred name/+pronouns in person can be really scary. Another option is to email them!

A good general structure to follow is to include your preferred name, pronouns, what class(es) you'll be in, and if it's safe to use them around your guardian(s).
Image ID: a soft green background with a lighter square bubble shape behind the body text Header text: soft green text with a black outline that says "Email templates" Body text: An alternative option to telling teachers in person is to send an email informing them of your name and pronouns. Feel free to use the following template! Good morning/afternoon [Teacher], My name is [chosen name], and I will be in your [course/class] this upcoming semester/year. I am emailing you to notify you that while my legal name appears on your class list as [Legal Name], I go by my chosen name, ____, and ___ pronouns. Please use this name and these pronouns for me in class. Looking forward to meeting you. Regards, *Optional: Please use this name and pronouns for me in class, but my legal name and ___ pronouns when contacting my parents, or in any communications that might reach them.
September 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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Going back to school can be hard and scary, especially when you're LGBTQ+. QYA has organized some information in a type of toolbox for you to use :) 🧵

1) email templates
2) suicide hotlines
3) online communities
4) grounding exercises
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September 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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Join us to volunteer with Queer Youth Assemble today!

We're run by queer youth and for queer youth. You can join any of our 8 departments and get involved with our current projects.

We're currently seeking photo/videographers, event planners, and those who want to table
linktr.ee/QueerYouthAs...
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September 12, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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6/6) You do have power and support!

1st, document what happened in detail
2nd, report to your school's administration in writing to create an official record
3rd, If they don't take action, you can file a complaint with the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

You deserve respect!
Header: orange text that reads "what's next?" Body text: If your rights are violated, remember that you do have power and support. The first step is to document what happened. Write down the details and report the discrimination to your school administration in writing — this creates an official record that’s harder to ignore. If your school doesn’t take action, you can file a complaint directly with the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, which investigates cases of discrimination. You don’t have to handle this process by yourself. Organizations like the ACLU, Lambda Legal, and Queer Youth Assemble (QYA) can connect you with resources, help you understand your options, and even advocate on your behalf. Lean on trusted adults, supportive teachers, or community groups as well — there are people ready to back you up. Most importantly, know that you are not alone. Discrimination can feel isolating, but thousands of students across the country have stood up for their rights and won. Knowing your rights is the first step to defending them. When you speak up, you are also making schools safer for those who come after you.
September 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Within the US, there have been alot of bills introduced to try restricting LGBTQ+ student rights. These target pronoun use, privacy of identity, and restricting bathroom/locker room access.

Each state will have different bills proposed, so stay up to date on what's happening in your state.
Header: large orange text that reads "proposed legislation" Body text: Across the U.S., lawmakers have introduced bills that try to roll back LGBTQ+ student rights. These proposals often target pronoun use, force schools to out students to their families, or restrict access to bathrooms and locker rooms. While many of these laws face legal challenges, the uncertainty they create can make schools feel less safe for queer and trans youth. Because laws vary by state, it’s important to stay aware of what’s happening locally. Resources like Erin in the Morning’s legislative tracker provide up-to-date information on bills that affect LGBTQ+ students. Knowing what’s being debated in your state can help you advocate for your rights and connect with others who are pushing back against harmful policies
September 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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You have the right to use the bathroom and locker rooms that matches your gender identity. While some states have tried restricting this, federally funded schools must respect this. Denying students access is a form of discrimination.
Header: large orange text that reads "bathrooms" Body text: Students have the right to use bathrooms and locker rooms that match their gender identity. Federal courts have repeatedly affirmed this right, making clear that denying students access is a form of discrimination. Even though some states have tried to pass laws that restrict bathroom access, schools that receive federal funding are still required to follow these protections No student should be forced to use a separate or stigmatizing space just because of who they are. You deserve dignity, privacy, and safety in all areas of school life including restrooms and locker rooms.
September 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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You have the right to self-expression! This can be your hairstyle, clothing, + other forms of expression that fits your identity.

This also applies to relationships + communities (including GSAs)

Identity-based bullying must also be responded to
A school can't single you out for this.
Header: large orange text that says "expression" Body text: You have the right to express yourself at school in ways that reflect your identity. That includes the clothing you wear, your hairstyle, and other forms of personal expression that align with your gender identity. Your school cannot single you out or punish you for being yourself. Expression also extends to your relationships and communities. You can bring a date of any gender to dances, prom, or other school events.
September 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM