Matthew Shepard Foundation

Youth & Students · Wyoming · Free

Erasing hate by replacing it with understanding, compassion, and acceptance. Useful for kids dealing with bullying, GSA suppression, bathroom/locker access, or sports participation issues. Many programs offer free trainings for teachers, counselors, and administrators on creating affirming classrooms. Title IX protections cover LGBTQ+ students at any school receiving federal funding — including private religious schools with federal aid. Free, confidential, and open to anyone in the LGBTQ+ community.

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