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AFT Resolution

EDUCATIONAL EQUITY FOR SEXUAL MINORITIES

WHEREAS, a 1988 study by the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania indicates a sharp increase in incidents of harassment and violence in the educational setting against students, based upon identified or perceived sexual orientation; and

WHEREAS, the American Federation of Teachers is aware of the increasing efforts of educators nationwide to ensure the fair and representative treatment of gay and lesbian people as part of the ongoing processes of curricular revision, instructional me­dia/resources selection, counseling services and staff development programs:

RESOLVED, that the AFT condemn this prejudicial harassment and violence against students; and

RESOLVED, that the AFT support the right of all students to an affirmative, positive, equitable and safe educational environment.

(1990)

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