HRC Recognizes Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
This September, HRC marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, reaffirming our commitment to preventing suicide and supporting the well being of LGBTQ youth and adults in our communities.
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Back to School Series Highlight: National Education Association’s Lily Eskelsen Garcia
As part of our Back to School campaign to support LGBTQ students and their families, we spoke with National Education Association (NEA) President Lily Eskelsen Garcia to learn more about…
Tips for LGBTQ Parents/Caregivers to Address Back-to-School Nerves
Here are some tips from my LGBTQ-headed family to yours for a smooth back to school process.
HRC Arizona Donates Emergency Aid to LGBTQ Center Burned Down in Phoenix
HRC is pleased to donate $10,000 in emergency aid to assist with building costs for one•n•ten's new LGBTQ youth facility.
Tools for LGBTQ Families as They Head Back to School
While the first day of school is an exciting time for many, back to school can also be anxiety-inducing for both students and their families.
Small Towns Take Big Stand for Transgender Youth
The school board in the small town of Grass Lake, Michigan recently decided to allow transgender children to use the bathrooms matching their gender identity.
Congresswoman Alma Adams Introduces LGBTQ Youth Sexual Health Education Legislation
Congresswoman Alma Adams announces the introduction of the YASHS Act, a bill that would provide sexual health services to marginalized youth.
Athens, Ohio Votes to Protect LGBTQ Youth from "Conversion Therapy"
The city of Athens, Ohio bans the dangerous and discredited practice of "conversion therapy" on minors.
What Does Back to School Mean for LGBTQ Youth in Foster Care?
As the country prepares for the upcoming school year, some students, especially those that identify as LGBTQ or are part of LGBTQ families, have concerns for their safety and support.
Six Children’s Books that Celebrate Family Diversity
As children around the world return to school, HRC is celebrating back to school season with six books that embrace family diversity, as recommended by Welcoming Schools.
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