Gay-Straight Alliances and the Rethinking of Sexual Identity in Schools

Abstract

ABSTRACT As schools struggle to address gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues, some have found gay-straight alliances helpful. This essay reviews two recent GSA-related books, Melinda Miceli's Standing Out, Standing Together, and Susan Birden's Rethinking Sexual Identity in Education. Although largely philosophical treatments, both books present pathways to promising school practices.