""You can judge the moral character of a country by how they treat their young people," said CEO Melanie Willingham-Jaggers, emphasizing the impact of political debates on students."
"Willingham-Jaggers described a 'deafening silence' in schools, where policies on LGBTQ+ issues exist but are not enforced, creating an unsafe environment for students."
A national survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of LGBTQ+ students feel unsafe at school due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. Only one-third look forward to attending school regularly. The survey indicates that 86% of transgender and gender-expansive students avoid certain spaces, and 62% have faced harassment or assault. Advocates highlight a troubling trend of 'negative neutrality' in schools, where policies exist but are not enforced, leading to a climate of fear and discrimination for LGBTQ+ youth.
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