Creating a Proposal Letter

Talk with your administration before you apply, and, if possible, ally with them so that everyone is working toward the same goal – a safer, more inclusive school for all.
Make sure you know your school’s policy regarding how to create a non-curricular club. Follow all steps as outlined in the policy (such as naming one or more faculty sponsors, identifying a meeting location, etc. Steps will vary by school). When you are ready to apply, submit your proposal with any additional data (such as statistics, demonstration of student interest, etc) that you feel might be helpful in promoting success.

Know the law. It’s on the side of students creating GSA’s.
Print the statistics to show to your administration/school board. Let them know why a GSA is a needed resource for LGBTQ+ students. (Infographic pdf)
Print the list of benefits for both individual students and the school as a whole.
Have a list of students who want to join your GSA – LGBTQ+ and allies. Demonstrate that the need and desire is there.
Arrange for local community college students – preferably recent graduates – to speak with the faculty, administration, and staff about their experiences in the school, and present the perspective of at-risk students.

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