RESOURCES

Step One: Read your Student Handbook to understand the guidelines your school has for creating a new club.

Step Two: Find a Faculty Advisor who would be willing to share guidance and be an ally of the LGBTQ+ student population. 

Step Three: Get permission from your school administration. If your school is resistant inform them of the Federal Equal Access Act.*

Step Four: Pick a time and a place. You may want to think about the privacy and confidentiality of the club members. 

Step Five: Advertise your GSA. Make an announcement, hang posters, or make a post on social media.

Step Six: Establish a mission statement. Why do you need this club? What do you wish to accomplish with this club?

*Federal Equal Access Act (1984): Any school that receives government funding and has at least one club must allow students to have a GSA.  “It shall be unlawful for any public secondary school which receives Federal financial assistance…to deny equal access or a fair opportunity to, or discriminate against, any students who wish to conduct a meeting …on the basis of the religious, political, philosophical, or other content of the speech at such meetings.”

THE GENDER UNICORN

The Gender Unicorn is a helpful tool for people to explore and identify their gender and sexuality. In the first rehearsal of Outside, the cast filled out the Gender Unicorn to better understand themselves.

PRONOUNS

Pronouns are extremely important when respecting people's identities. It is best to not assume a person's pronouns. If you aren't sure politely ask them what their pronouns are. Intentionally using the wrong pronouns is an act of violence. Make it a habit to say your pronouns when introducing yourself.