by OUT Maine | Nov 8, 2022 | General
We love showing our allyship with a Pride flag, pin, or sticker — these are visible, eye-catching symbols of inclusivity for our LGBTQ+ community. When queer youth are out and about in the world, seeing your pronouns pin or that Safe Space sticker on your door means...
by OUT Maine | Jul 29, 2022 | General, GSTA/GSDA/CRT, Queer Futures
For many LGBTQ+ youth, going back to school means wondering if they will be safe and able to learn without being bullied, harassed, or assaulted. Maine State Law (Title 20-A if you are interested) states that “All students have the right to attend public schools that...
by OUT Maine | Feb 25, 2022 | GSTA/GSDA/CRT, Parents
New: Parsons Scholarship Fund for LGBTQ+ Youth and Allies Thanks to the family of Betsy Parsons and the Maine Community Foundation, there is now a scholarship fund for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in Betsy’s memory. Students can apply for the scholarship on Maine...
by OUT Maine | Apr 5, 2021 | Youth Programming
There will be a FREE virtual MYAN conference on April 15th and 16th for youth and adults! The conferences is designed by young people for young people and adult allies are welcome! Emerging Leader Jon will be leading a workshop as a representative of OUT Maine called...
by OUT Maine | Apr 5, 2021 | General
Sexual assault can happen to people of all walks of life, and LGBTQ+ youth can be especially vunerable. According to the 2019 Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey: LGBT students are three times more likely to have been forced to have sexual contact in their lifetime....
