What is GSA?

Dunkirk High School GSA exists to create a safe, welcoming, and accepting school environment for all youth, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. We provide a place to socialize and to engage in awareness activities.  We strive to educate others about LGBTQ+ issues.

 Our GSA allows LGBTQ+ and Straight students to work together addressing issues that affect all students, including harassment and discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

Who can attend GSA?

Our GSA is open to anyone, LGBTQ+ and Straight allies. We ask that you be respectful, non-judgmental, supportive and open-minded.

When and Where?

GSA meets the second and fourth Thursday of every month from 3:00 – 4:00 in room 203.

Advisors

Mary Allaire-Gifford  mallairegifford@g.dunkirkcsd.org

Special Education Teacher – DHS

Nate Ahlstrom nahlstrom@g.dunkirkcsd.org

Social Studies Teacher – DHS

How to Donate

Makes checks payable to:

Other Links for LGBTQ Resources

• https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/youth-resources.htm Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Teens: Facts for Teens and Their Parents
• https://www.glyswny.org/ Gay, Lesbian Youth Services of Western NY
• Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN): Student
  As a student, you have the power to make change in many ways in your school and community.
• Genders & Sexualities Alliance
  GSA clubs are student-run organizations that unite LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in their schools and communities.
• HealthyChildren.org: Health Concerns for Gay and Lesbian teens
  Information for LGBT teens on sexual activity, substance use, mental health, discrimination, and violence.
• It Gets Better Project
  The It Gets Better Project inspires people across the globe to share their stories and remind the next generation of LGBTQ+ youth that hope is out there, and it will get better.
• Stomp Out Bullying: Making Schools Safe for LGBTQ Community
• The Trevor Project: Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention 
  The Trevor Project is a national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.