Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender bullying is alarming.

In fact 9 out of 10 LGBT students reported being harassed and bullied last year.

Over one-third of LGBT students are physically assaulted at school because their sexual orientation and gender identity are different than those of heterosexual students.

Over half of all students report hearing homophobic remarks often at school.

More than 30% reported missing at least a day of school in the past month out of fear for their personal safety

The language used against LGBT students is unconscionable. LGBT Students, like any other students deserve to be treated with tolerance, respect and dignity because the reality is, it should never matter what your sexual orientation or identity is.

• We cannot accept ignorance
• We cannot accept intolerance
• We cannot accept name-calling
  
  
  
• We must all respect each other
• We must all accept others
• We must all be tolerant of others
• We must all be allies
  

We are ALL the same – NO MATTER™!

We are ALL people!

Let’s create a world of love, kindness, compassion and respect. There is no reason to call someone a name for any reason! If you don't understand an LGBT's sexual orientation -- learn more. Educate yourself.

Creating a safe environment for all students - LGBT and straight alike - begins with being acceptance, tolerance, and respect.

NO MATTER™!