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Religion and Homosexuality

There is a general look at religious attitudes to homosexuality inĀ  Religion and Homosexuality on Wikipedia. “The relationship between religion and homosexuality can vary greatly across time and place, within and between different religions and sects, and regarding different forms of homosexuality and bisexuality.” See also LGBT Matters and Religion on Wiki.       […]

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Gay/Straight Alliances

Gay-Straight Alliances: Ground Zero for School Tolerance An article that provides information and tips, using case studies and quotes on how to create a Gay/Straight Alliance at your school. Not much mention of LB or T though we assume they are included Lesbians, Bis and Trans. American site. (more…)

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Lesbian

Resource for Lesbians coming out

“I think I might be a lesbian. What do I do?” Online resources with information about identifying as a lesbian, under the following headings. What Does It Mean to Be Lesbian? Am I Normal? What Is It Like to be Young and Lesbian? What about HIV/AIDS? How Do I Learn To Like Myself? Whom Should […]

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Film: Out of The Past (Forming a Gay/Straight Alliance)

Told through the eyes of Kelli Peterson, a 17-year-old high school student in Salt Lake City, Utah, Out of the Past explores Kelli’s history-making experience of forming a gay-straight alliance (GSA) in her public school. 65 minutes. Originally aired on PBS. Download teachers’ pack here

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Lesson: When Did It Happen? (LGBT History Month)

Lesson Title: When Did It Happen? An LGBT History Month Lesson Age: KS2/3 Subject: History, Citizenship Overview: This activity provides a fun and interactive way to increase students’ understanding of LGBT history and raise awareness of LGBT people and their contributions in U.S. history. URL: http://www.glsen.org/cgi-bin/iowa/all/library/record/2461.html?state=tools&type=educator (scroll down page) Country of Origin: US

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