http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/feed/? Latest topics Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:24:47 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/prosilver_grey/site_logo.gif http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/feed/? http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/the-trevor-project-t19.htm XavierHonre History of Trevor Project The cornerstone of The Trevor Project is the 18-minute film Trevor, a comedy/drama about a gay 13-year old boy named Trevor who, when rejected by friends and peers because of his sexuality, makes an attempt to take his life. Heartfelt and moving, this bittersweet tale won the 1994 Academy Award® for Best Live Action Short Film. The Trevor creators (James Lecesne, Peggy Rajski, and Randy Stone), established The Trevor Helpline in 1998 to coincide with the ... Text Documents Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:24:47 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/the-trevor-project-t19.htm#19 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/the-trevor-project-t19.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/if-your-suicidal-read-this-first-a-letter-t18.htm XavierHonre Dear Reader, First off I would like to start off by saying that I have been where you are. So what ever I write in this letter to you I am not pulling it out of my a**. I have been there many times. I have been on the edge looking for all the reason to just get it over and done with. I have been there. I still sometimes get where I would like to call it quits and end it. How ever I know things get better. You may be thinking something along the lines of "Ya right, bullcrap, things won't ... Text Documents Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:21:11 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/if-your-suicidal-read-this-first-a-letter-t18.htm#18 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/if-your-suicidal-read-this-first-a-letter-t18.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/homowork-ways-to-fight-homophobia-as-a-straight-ally-t17.htm XavierHonre 1. Organize discussion groups in class or after school to talk about the "Ten Ways Homophobia Affects Straight People." 2. Always use neutral labels like "partner" or "significant other" instead of "boyfriend," "girlfriend," etc. when writing papers or talking to others. 3. Bring up LGBTQ issues in conversations with friends or discussions in class. 4. Interrupt anti-LGBTQ jokes, comments or any other behaviors that make homophobia ... Text Documents Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:19:51 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/homowork-ways-to-fight-homophobia-as-a-straight-ally-t17.htm#17 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/homowork-ways-to-fight-homophobia-as-a-straight-ally-t17.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/ten-ways-homophobia-affects-straight-people-t16.htm XavierHonre 1. Homophobia forces us to act "macho" if we are a man or "feminine" if we are a woman. This limits our individuality and self-expression. 2. Homophobia puts pressure on straight people to act aggressively and angrily towards LGBTQ people. 3. Homophobia makes it hard to be close friends with someone of the same sex. 4. Homophobia often strains family and community relationships. 5. Homophobia causes youth to become sexually active before they are ready in order ... Text Documents Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:19:03 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/ten-ways-homophobia-affects-straight-people-t16.htm#16 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/ten-ways-homophobia-affects-straight-people-t16.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/12-reasons-t15.htm XavierHonre Homosexuality is not natural, much like eyeglasses, polyester, and birth control are not natural. Heterosexual marriages are valid because they produce children. Infertile couples and old people cannot get legally married because the world needs more children. Obviously gay parents will raise gay children because straight parents only raise straight children. Straight marriage will be less meaningful, since Britney Spears's 55-hour just-for-fun marriage was meaningful. Heterosexual ... Text Documents Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:12:06 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/12-reasons-t15.htm#15 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/12-reasons-t15.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/text-documents-f52/suicide-warning-signs-t14.htm XavierHonre There are warning signs to suicide if you or someone you know is experiencing some of these then you should seek help for them or yourself. Talking About Dying -- any mention of dying, disappearing, jumping, shooting oneself, or other types of self harm. Recent Loss -- through death, divorce, separation, broken relationship, loss of job, money, status, self-confidence, self-esteem, loss of religious faith, loss of interest in friends, sex, hobbies, activities previously enjoyed Change ... 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Therefore we need some members to step up and take responsibilities. Open positions will be noted in the “Open Staff Positions” forum of the “Personal Forums” category. They include the following positions and prerequisites: Moderator- Regular Members who delete posts in the Personal Forums that violate site policies. The number of moderators varies by site members ... READ FIRST!- Information Sun, 23 Nov 2008 17:12:26 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/staff-opportunities-t6.htm#6 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/staff-opportunities-t6.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/personal-forums-t5.htm XavierHonre The personal forums are for posts and discussions not related to “Business”, if you will, and are only viewable by members. You may post whatever you like as long as you do not disrespect any member of the forum. Try to stay on topic. We have forums for pretty much anything but if you can think of something we do not have and you think people will post about it please let a staff member know. If it is possible to get it added, it shall be done! The forum is moderated by regular members of ... READ FIRST!- Information Sun, 23 Nov 2008 17:11:44 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/personal-forums-t5.htm#5 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/personal-forums-t5.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/posting-resources-t4.htm XavierHonre You have the ability to browse and add to our expanding library of resources. All resources must fit the following specifications: Materials must not be copyrighted by another author, or you must provide credit to the author. Materials must be free to use and distribute. Materials must not contain sexual images or mature content. Materials must not interfere with a guest's access to the site or webpage and must not contain a virus or other potentially harmful content. If your ... READ FIRST!- Information Sun, 23 Nov 2008 17:11:24 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/posting-resources-t4.htm#4 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/posting-resources-t4.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/creating-projects-and-events-t3.htm XavierHonre Once you register your club you can post projects and events that your club is participating in or hosting. You will do this by going to “GSA Information > Profiles by State” and select your state from the list. From here you will select “Projects & Events” Create a new thread and title it with the name of your project or event. In your post include the following information: Full length Title of event Nickname or shorthand (i.e.: “Day of Silence” becomes “DOS”) Date(s) ... READ FIRST!- Information Sun, 23 Nov 2008 17:10:40 GMT http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/creating-projects-and-events-t3.htm#3 http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/creating-projects-and-events-t3.htm http://gsacentral.topicboards.com/read-first-information-f50/registering-your-club-organization-t2.htm XavierHonre On this website, you have the ability to register your club so it is listed in our directory. In order to do so you must go to “GSA Information > Profiles by State” and select your state from the list. From here you will select “Club Listings” and post a new thread. Title it with the name of your club or organization. Include the following information in your post: Official Organization Name Nickname or shorthand (i.e.: “Gay-Straight Alliance” becomes “GSA”) City, ... 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