Webinar: Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights in MA Schools

Webinar: Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights in Massachusetts Schools

Thank you for joining GLAD, MassEquality, MTPC, and the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth for the August 17, 2023 webinar about LGBTQ+ rights in schools.

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Expert speakers discussed:

• The current landscape of local, legislative, and legal issues impacting schools
• Supporting transgender youth and advocates in this moment
• How to get involved at your local school committee level
• What to know about your/your child’s rights in public schools and what to do if you experience discrimination, bullying, or harassment

Panelists included:

• Tanya Neslusan – Executive Director, MassEquality
• Tre’Andre Carmel Valentine – Executive Director, Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC)
• Chris Erchull – Attorney, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)
• Gabrielle Hamel – Public Information Manager, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD)
• Shaplaie Brooks – Executive Director, Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth

MA Schools Webinar Highlights

Resources

• Find resources for LGBTQ+ youth in Massachusetts
• Learn how schools and libraries can resist book bans
• Learn about protections under federal law for LGBTQ+ students at Safe Schools for All
• Read the MA Commission on LGBTQ Youth’s Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2024
• Check out Queer Youth Assemble, a national, youth-led nonprofit building safety, autonomy, and joy for LGBTQ+ youth

Learn more about MassEquality, MTPC, GLAD, and the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth.

Questions? Contact Qwin Mbabazi at qmbabazi@glad.org.