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GLSEN to ‘Rise Up’ in support of LGBTQ youth

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The LGBTQ youth advocacy organization GLSEN is hosting its annual Rise Up fundraiser in D.C. this Thursday. The organization has worked for more than 30 years to support students and educators to ensure that educational spaces are safe for LGBTQ people. “GLSEN really believes that every student should have the right to a safe and affirming education,” said Michael Chavez, director of events and experiences for GLSEN.

The Human Rights Campaign reported in May 2023 that more than 500 anti-LGBTQ were introduced in state legislatures. In addition, 15 laws were enacted banning gender affirming care for transgender youth. “Our stance at GLSEN is we know that education is the bedrock of democracy,” said Chavez.

He continued to explain that in order to protect education, GLSEN’s supporters need to get out and vote. “Making sure everyone is aware of how critical this year is and the importance of getting out the vote, not just on the national level,” said Chavez. “Extremely local areas like their school boards and participating in what’s happening in their own communities is really important,” he said.

Chavez admitted that this task can feel overwhelming, but that prioritizing the safety of education for LGBTQ students is an ever guiding light.

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