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    Gender X Marker | Massachusetts

    In July 2024, the MA legislature amended state laws to streamline the process for updating gender on a…

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    Parentage | Massachusetts

    The Massachusetts Parentage Act goes into effect on January 1, 2025. The new law will protect LGBTQ+ families…

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    Title IX | National

    In April of 2024, the U.S. Department of Education released a final rule that affirms that Title IX…

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  • Pride at School | National

    Public schools have a responsibility to support and provide a positive environment for all students. One way that…

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    College | National

    Every student is entitled to equal educational opportunities and an environment that supports them. They also deserve to…

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    School Resources | Youth | Vermont

    Schools are meant to be student-centered places where young people are safe and can learn what they need…

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    School Resources | Youth | Rhode Island

    Schools are meant to be student-centered places where young people are safe and can learn what they need…

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    School Resources | Youth | New Hampshire

    Schools are meant to be student-centered places where young people are safe and can learn what they need…

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    School Resources | Youth | Connecticut

    Schools are meant to be student-centered places where young people are safe and can learn what they need…

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