About Schools & Youth
What makes a school or camp "gay-friendly" – open and welcoming to the children of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender families?
Some schools have taken concrete steps to demonstrate their commitment to GLBT inclusiveness. Learn more about evaluating schools, school safety and how children experience prejudice. You can also browse HRC’s resources to help you choose the right summer camp for your children that will allow them to experience the joys of camp without fear of harassment or exclusion.
How do you answer your child’s questions about different kinds of families?
When children are very young, they see family configurations as a matter of fact. But as they grow older and are exposed to other opinions, they may begin to ask some interesting questions. Learn how to talk about GLBT families and discuss sexual orientation issues with children in age-appropriate ways.
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