GSMA Gay-Straight Members' Alliance

You Are Not Alone

The Human Rights and Political Action Committees of the Distrit 16 OSSTF has initiated a Gay-Straight Members' Alliance. The first meeting was in November of 2009. The GSMA is currently discussing the areas of interest for the group. Below is a draft of the items that the members are considering.

To provide a supportive, safe environment for District 16 OSSTF members who are gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered, questioning (GLBTQ) and straight to meet.
To provide a voice to the district regarding issues of sexual diversity.
To provide a vehicle of social and political action in regards to sexual diversity.
To act as an ally to other organizations dealing with issues pertinent to the GBLTQ community.
To respect the confidentiality of all members.

Related Links

Toronto Pride

www.pridetoronto.com

Schools OUT

www.schools-out.org.uk/

Working towards equality in education for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people in Great Britain sine 1974. Lots of information and resources.

York PrideFest

http://www.yorkpridefest.com

MyGSA.ca

http://mygsa.ca

MyGSA.ca is EGALE Canada's national safer schools and inclusive education website for LGBTQ youth, educators and parents.

Helpful Links for Teachers

http://www.pflagcanada.ca/en/helpframe-e.asp?helpframe=teachers-e.asp

This link is a very extensive list of excellent links complied and maintained by PFLAG.

Ontario Public Health Association - Positive Space Training Manual NEW 2011 Version

http://www.opha.on.ca/resources/docs/SexualHealthPaper-Mar11.pdf

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