Matthew Shepard Foundation

Youth & Students · Virginia · Free

Erasing hate by replacing it with understanding, compassion, and acceptance. Relevant for college applicants needing affirming campus info, dorm policies, and chosen-family scholarships. Many programs offer free trainings for teachers, counselors, and administrators on creating affirming classrooms. LGBTQ+ students with a GSA at school are 50% less likely to attempt suicide than those without. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Virginia residents and allies.

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Address: Nationwide

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