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GLBT Teen Rights and Activism

There are many ways that GLBT teens can make their voices heard. Starting a GSA, speaking out about heterosexual privilege and participating in Gay Pride activities are a just a few.
Adovocates For Youth Fights For Teen Rights
Advocates For Youth fights for reproductive and sexual health through education and advocacy.
Harvey Milk
Harvey Milk was the first gay man to be elected to a political position. He was murdered a year into his term.
Gay Teen Rights
Gay teens should be protected under the law just like anyone else. But sometimes the rights of GLBT students are not respected. Luckily, the American Civil Liberties Union runs something called the LGBT Project's Youth & Schools program to address gay teen rights.
Is Sexual Orientation Protected by Hate Crime Laws?
Federal hate crime laws do include sexual orientation. However, only 24 states have laws specifically protecting sexual orientation under their hate crime laws.
Let the Boy Scouts of America Know How You Feel
The Boy Scouts of America do not allow gay troop leaders or scouts in their organization. It is important for them to hear that this is unacceptable discrimination.
Same-Sex Marriage
Same sex marriage isn't just a modern idea.
Should Teens Care About Same-Sex Marriage?
Teens may feel that the debate surrounding same-sex marriage is an adult issue that doesn't apply to them. However, civil rights are everyone's concern.
Gay Marriage Information
Gay and same sex marriage information from About's guide to lesbian life.
Gay Rights and History
A wealth of information on historical and contemporary issues affecting gay rights from About's guide to gay life.
GLBT Campus Groups
here's a list of GLBT groups on American college campuses complied by the organization Human Rights Campaign.
A Lesbian Teen Activist's Story
Read the story of a lesbian teen activist in the magazine, Teen Voices.

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