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October 28, 2019

by Sage Skyler, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

How I became aware - and proud - of my asexual identity

To all my a-specs reading this: you are loved, you are valid, you are real.

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October 25, 2019

by Leah Juliett, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

Youth and LGBTQ communities disproportionately victimized by revenge porn and cyber crimes

While my photos may forever exist online, I have found my voice in fiercely advocating against cyber crimes.

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October 26, 2019

by Jonathan Leggette, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

Why we need to keep the "I" a part of the LGBTQIA conversation in politics

As LGBTQIA issues become a part of the national human rights conversation in the 2020 election, we cannot continue to allow some of our most vulnerable communities to be invisible or unintentionally left out of these spaces.

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October 17, 2019

by Kaylie Duffy, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

An open letter of love to LGBTQ+ youth experiencing bullying

You are always worthy of love.

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October 16, 2019

by Athena Schwartz, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

6 GLAAD Campus Ambassadors share why pronouns are important to them

Pronouns also serve as an extension of one's name and, therefore, a person’s identity. This means that the correct use and recognition of one's pronouns are linked directly to recognition of their core identity.

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October 14, 2019

by Kleio Kartalis, Youth Engagement Coordinator

Apply now to receive a #SpiritDay grant for your work supporting LGBTQ youth

The grant is offered to young people who are working to accelerate acceptance for LGBTQ youth by focusing on anti-bullying initiatives in their communities. Application deadline is October 27, 2019.

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November 12, 2019

by Shannon Li, GLAAD Campus Ambassador

How designing a Pride Capsule Collection made me feel safe and seen as a queer designer

I feel that I can turn my dreams into a reality, something I never thought would have been possible.

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October 17, 2019

by Ted Ravago, Youth Engagement Intern

How Spirit Day helped me survive as a closeted gay high schooler

I’m still passionate about making sure that queer and trans youth know that they’re not alone.

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January 13, 2020

by GLAAD

GLAAD announces 2019-2020 class of campus ambassadors, hosts youth summit with LGBTQ entertainment and media leaders

GLAAD Campus Ambassadors help build sustainable and inclusive programming for LGBTQ and ally university students and youth, all while learning GLAAD’s best practices on leveraging media to create change.