PUBLIC POLICY GLSEN believes that a quality K-12 education is a fundamental right of every American. To that end, GLSEN works with elected officials and other policy makers at the local, state and federal level to ensure that the best and most inclusive safe schools policies are considered, passed and implemented. Tools for Developing and Implementing a Safe Schools Campaign From coalition building to passing safe schools legislation, these documents provide guidance, suggestions and implementation tools to help you move through the process in an effective, efficient and productive way READ ARTICLE GLSEN's Public Policy Platform In 2001 GLSEN adopted a public policy platform outlining it's nine priorities for ensuring that all students regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity are able to attend safe and welcoming schools. READ ARTICLE Bridging the Gap in Federal Law The National Safe Schools Partnership's recommendations to bridge the gap in federal law to promote school safety and improve student achievement for all students. READ ARTICLE 2005 National School Climate Survey GLSEN survey finds bullying negatively impacts academic engagement and achievement; Comprehensive policies directly relate to safer schools for LGBT students READ ARTICLE From Teasing to Torment: School Climate in America - A National Report on School Bullying Survey Illustrates Severity of Problem, and Identifies Frequent Targets of Verbal and Physical Harassment READ ARTICLE Guide to Legal Matters A consortium of national organizations, with leadership from the National School Boards Association (NSBA), has published a resource document... READ ARTICLE Just the Facts Highlights Dangers of "Reparative Therapy" A Primer for Principals, Educators & School Personnel READ ARTICLE

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