LGBTQ Student Leaders Sound Off on How Youth Can Respond to the Pandemic

On April 16, GLSEN joined friends from across the Internet and the team at Generation Progress for a Twitter chat focused on frequently asked COVID-19 policy-related questions. The chat centered on how COVID-19 impacts young people and what fixes are needed in addition to calls for immediate public health solutions. Check out some of GLSEN's National Student Council leaders' answers to the chat!

Who are some populations likely to get left out of public health and economic solutions to #COVID19? How can we be sure they are not forgotten?

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What can we as young people do to further #FlattenTheCurve and alleviate stress on our healthcare system?

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How can young people be allies for our healthcare workers during this time?

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Young activists in all issue areas are restless. What are some ways we can organize in our communities online?

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#COVID19 affects people in different ways. What are some solutions right now for people of all ages who are economically affected due to furlough or layoffs?

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