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>GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) is a national
>organization (85 chapters in 35 states) which actively works to end
>bias/hazing/discrimination/fear/etc. against gays, lesbians, and bisexuals
>in our public schools. It actively promotes protection and advocacy for
>students and teachers, with the understanding that by creating a
>physically AND psychologically safer, less discriminatory environment for
>these individuals, the population at large benefits. Membership is open to
>individuals of ALL sexual orientations: students, teachers, administrators,
>and any
>community members in general with an interest in these issues.
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>This is particularly relevant this month because GLSEN's national
>conference will be at the Westin in Atlanta from October 1-October 3.
>(Though you don't have to attend all 3 days. You can register for
>one, two, or even half-days.) It's not free, I'll grant you, but we get
>student discounts.
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>I think this will be a great event- there will be two days of workshops
>(about 60 to choose from), Congressman John Lewis will be speaking, there
>will be entertainment, FOOD, and, hopefully, a chance to do some
>networking.
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http://www.glsen.org
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