GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Alabama, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Alabama data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Alaska did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Arizona, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Arizona data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Arkansas, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Arkansas data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Connecticut, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Connecticut data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Colorado, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Colorado data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in California, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains California data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Delaware did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Florida, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Florida data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Georgia, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Georgia data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Hawai’i did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Idaho, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Idaho data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Illinois, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Illinois data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Indiana, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Indiana data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Iowa, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Iowa data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Kansas, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Kansas data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Kentucky, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Kentucky data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Louisiana, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Louisianadata from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Maine, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Maine data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Maryland, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Maryland data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Massachusetts, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Massachusetts data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Michigan, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Michigan data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Minnesota, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Minnesota data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Mississippi did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Missouri, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Missouri data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Montana did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Nebraska, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Nebraska data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Nevada, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Nevada data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in New Hampshire, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains New Hampshire data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in New Jersey, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains New Jersey data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in New Mexico, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains New Mexico data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in New York, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains New York data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in North Carolina, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains North Carolina data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that North Dakota did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Ohio, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Ohio data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Oklahoma, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Oklahoma data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Oregon, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Oregon data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Pennsylvania, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Pennsylvania data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Rhode Island did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in South Carolina, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains South Carolina data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that South Dakota did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Tennessee, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Tennessee data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Texas, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Texas data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Utah, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Utah data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Vermont did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Virginia, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Virginia data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Washington, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Washington data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in West Virginia, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains West Virginia data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. For information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth in Wisconsin, refer to this state research snapshot, which contains Wisconsin data from the 2019 National School Climate Survey.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that Wyoming did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.

GLSEN’s school climate research has surfaced four core supports that schools can use to promote young people’s ability to thrive and reach their full potential: comprehensive policies that prohibit victimization, supportive educators and other adult allies, inclusive curriculum, and access to GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliances or Gay-Straight Alliances). When these Four Supports are in place, LGBTQ+ students, particularly those who are transgender, nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, and people with disabilities, experience less harassment and discrimination, report better academic achievement via indicators such as GPA, report better mental health and emotional well-being, and experience more positive and welcoming school climates overall. Note that the District of Columbia did not have enough 2019 National School Climate Survey (NSCS) participants to generate a state research snapshot, however for information about the experiences of LGBTQ+ youth across the U.S. refer to the Executive Summary of the NSCS.

GLSEN advocates for public policies that establish the four core supports in schools. This scorecard shows how this state’s policies compare with many of GLSEN’s policy recommendations to cultivate affirming and inclusive schools.