Handbooks for Educators and Students Working with Gay-Straight Alliances

Abstract

This book review essay discusses key issues surrounding the creation and leadership of student-led gay–straight alliances (GSAs) and related diversity clubs in schools through a discussion and analysis of two handbooks on the topic. These handbooks were written by authors in the United States and Canada and provide a valuable introduction to anyone engaged in anti-homophobia work in schools.

KEYWORDS:

• Gay-Straight Alliances
• GSAs
• school groups
• homophobia
• teachers
• student activism