Articles Index
The Day of Pink, an International Day Against Bullying
The Day of Pink is a day to fight against anti-gay and other forms of bullying.
No Name Calling Week
No Name Calling Week was inspired by a novel call "The Misfits" and now is observed in schools around the country.
The It Gets Better Project
The It Gets Better Project began as a video posted by a gay man and his partner telling teens that their lives would improve. It became a much bigger movement in a very short time.
What Does it Mean to be Genderqueer
Genderqueer refers to people who do not adhere to strictly male or female identities and roles. A genderqueer person often chooses to present as neither clearly male, nor clearly female, but rather as a gender-free individual.
The Day of Silence
The Day of Silence is an annual event where teachers and students do not speak for a day to bring attention to anti-gay bullying, harassment and discrimination in schools.
Matthew Shepard: Murdered for Being Gay
Matthew Shepard was a college student who was murdered for being gay.
The Trevor Project: Suicide Prevention Info & Support for GLBT Teens
The Trevor Project is an organization committed to fighting suicide among gay youth.
Gay Men: What is is Like to Be a Gay Man?
Information on being a gay man.
Alison Bechdel
Alison Bechdel and a cartoonist and author of the series, "Dykes to Watch Out For" and the graphic novel "Fun Home."
Tegan and Sara: Twin Sister Singer Songwriters
Information on the singer songwriters Tegan and Sara.
T Cooper: Author and Former Backdoor Boy
Information on Author T Cooper.
Gossip, Indie Rock band
The indie rock group Gossip is based in Portland, Oregon.
Gay Fraternity, Delta Lambda Phi
Delta Lambda Phi is the only gay fraternity operating in the United States.
Transgender Author Kate Bornstein
Information on transgender author Kate Bornstein.
Bisexuals
An overview of issues relevant to bisexual teens.
Transgender Life
Information on being transgender.
Lesbians
An overview of issues relevant to lesbians.
GLBT National Helpline: A Gay Hotline
The GLBT National Helpline has two phone hotlines with one specifically designed for gay youth.
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
Information on the group Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG).
Adam Lambert
Adam Lambert is a gay pop singer who became well-known after an appearance on the TV show American Idol.
The Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
The Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN) provides support and information for gay students.
Lawrence King
Lawrence King was the victim of homophobia: an 8th grader who was shot and killed by another student.
Live Out Loud: Working to Foster Gay Youth Pride
The organization Live Out Loud strives to foster Gay youth pride.
National Coming Out Day
National Coming Out Day is an event designed to encourage the GLBT individuals to publicly declare their sexual orientations and gender identities.
Adovocates For Youth Fights For Teen Rights
Advocates for Youth fights for reproductive and sexual health through education and advocacy.