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Welcome to Out for Equity

New in 2012!

The next LGBT Emplyee Network is coming up SOON, 

For information on this fun outing please send an email inquiry to outforequity@spps.org



Mission Statement:
 
Out for Equity believes that every student, staff member, and family deserves a safe, supportive school environment that fosters positive self esteem, respect for others, and academic success.
 
 
Out for Equity is committed to:
  • Reducing high risk behavior among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students.
  • Reducing harassment and violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, staff, and families.
  • Fostering school environments that value diversity.
Out for Equity Goals:
 
Networking
  • Organize GLBT Employee Network to plan, advocate, and socialize.
  • Meet with community leaders and foster collaboration.
Training
  • Conduct classroom lessons.
  • Participate in community speaking engagements.
Communication
  • Publish regular newsletters.
  • Host Out for Equity website.
  • Circulate regular email updates.
Resources
  • Maintain Out for Equity resource manual with suggestions and strategies.
  • Catalogue and distribute GLBT-related materials.
  • Provide assessment tools.
  • Survey schools and gather data about climate.
Support
  • Publicize and maintain confidential GLBTQ support groups.
  • Reach out to GLBT families.
  • Facilitate student-run Gay Straight Alliances.
  • Support a recreation center for GLBT youth and their friends.