""Those identities are being debated and restricted, and this study speaks truth to a menacing power," said Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, emphasizing the urgency of the report."
""It's nice to just be friends with someone that's also queer. We will come together as a little community, and we protect one another from the bullying," shared a Latine 10th grader."
"LGBTQ+ students with access to more supportive educators, anti-bullying policies that explicitly mention sexual orientation and gender identity, reported a higher sense of belonging and higher GPAs."
"The report paints a layered portrait of LGBTQ+ youth who are whole people with complex lives that defy the tired boxes of 'victim' or 'leader' into which they are so often placed."
Glisten's report reveals the experiences of LGBTQ+ students amid increasing restrictions on their identities. Focus groups provided insights directly from students, highlighting their complex lives beyond victimhood or leadership roles. The report notes the dismantling of support systems, such as the elimination of GSAs and restrictive policies. Despite these challenges, students form supportive communities. Access to supportive educators and inclusive policies correlates with a greater sense of belonging and improved academic performance among LGBTQ+ students.
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