Supporting Youth
Since 2015, Lambda Literary and the NYC Department of Education have worked together to bring LGBTQ writers into classrooms across New York City. The LGBTQ Writers in Schools Program provides critically necessary, safe spaces for students to talk about books, queer life, and how to thrive as a LGBTQ person.
The program serves students across all grade levels, K-12. Every student receives a free copy of the book discussed and educators receive professional development on delivering LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum.
A Vital Lifeline
“Being given the opportunity to hear students’ stories of heartbreak, bullying, and not being accepted by family members, helped me see that though there has been change, there’s still so much more that needs to be done.”
Changing School Cultures
“This program has truly helped to change the whole culture of our school into one that is more inclusive and accepting.”
Needed Now More Than Ever
“LGBTQ Writers in Schools needs to be in every school in the country.”
Impact
Since inception in New York City, the nation’s largest school district, the LGBTQ Writers in Schools program has brought LGBTQ books and authors to more than 7,000 students.
2000
Students reached each year
80
Schools across every borough in New York City
30
visiting authors
K-12
serving all grade levels
