The issue of sexual orientation is one of
personal importance to a great number of
children. Researchers and social scientists
suggest that 1 to 3 of every 10 students is
either gay or lesbian, or has an immediate
family member who is. Thus, between
3-9 kids in every class of 30 has had some
direct experience with the issues of
homosexuality and homophobia.

Schools have an obligation to support and
enhance the self-esteem of all students
regardless of their sexual orientation.
They are also a logical place to provide
accurate information. (this information is
from pflag.org)

Hawaii Island Pride recently spoke with students at a local High School about Homosexuality. We
spoke of our personal experiences and discussed topics such as discrimination, coming out,
relationships, safe sex, and HIV/AIDS testing with the help of the Hawaii Island HIV/AIDS
Foundation.


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