Executive Summary

It is unfortunate that I am excited about this announcement, but we do still live in the real world. We have just added a link on our homepage to a GLBT Harassment Report Form. This report is to be used for any form of glbt harassment you incur or observe.

Some people are of the opinion that taunting and harassment makes us stronger as individuals, but sometimes it serves as a barrier to education, employment, and overall quality of life. Many of us have learned to 'tolerate' injustices from others, accepting the idea that that's just "how it is". But "how it is" just isn't really good enough anymore.

Our idea is that we can't really do much about it until we open a dialog about it. The next time someone tells you, "that's just how it is around here", ask them "why must it stay that way?"

It can be different, and we are making a difference with every Community Conversation we open. The details of the Report Form will be held completely confidential until given any authority or consent to speak on your behalf, but sharing your stories and experiences will help to justify the work we do.

We will not be able to offer support to each individual who reports an incident, but it will help us to better recognize the current state of affairs in our community. Let others know about this form. There is a date field in the form for you to also let us know about incidents that may have happened in the past.

Your participation is crutial and appreciated. Please keep this form in mind anytime you feel that you've been treated offensively based on your sexual orientation or gender identity.