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Pride Profile: Zach Schonfeld
"Bringing the benefits of Scouting to as many young people as possible is a cause that’s worth fighting for."
Mike De Socio
Hi, I’m Mike De Socio. I’m an independent journalist based in upstate New York, telling stories about the change-makers shaping our world.
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In their own words: A review of ArrowPride and Scouts of Color
"I am confident that everyone felt affirmed in their identity — potentially for the first time in a Scouting space."
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A conversation with LGBTQ+ former national officers
Preston Marquis, Taylor Bobrow, Dwayne Fontenette and Zach Schonfeld shared their experiences during a panel discussion at the National Order of the Conference.
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In their own words: A review of Women in Scouting and Scouts with Disabilities
"What will remain with me is the times when adults and youth came in and actually started to cry, because they have scouts that they can now help and not be afraid of doing the wrong thing."
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Preorder my book!
"Morally Straight: How the Fight for LGBTQ Inclusion Changed the Boy Scouts—And America" is now available for preorder.
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Live from the National Order of the Arrow Conference
Inside the ArrowPride space, scouts are learning what it's like to be loved, affirmed and fully welcomed with all of their identities.
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See you in Knoxville
I'm traveling to the National Order of the Arrow Conference next week. Will I see you there?
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A preview of the Scouts of Color space planned for NOAC
"We need to make sure that everyone feels like they have a space here, and that they can bring their whole selves to the space,” says lead adviser Rodrigo Córdova Rosado.
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Pride Profile: Michael Swalberg
"Scouting has positively influenced every aspect of my life. It has provided a safe space for me to learn and grow as an individual, team member, leader and friend."
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The BSA avoided a big fight over trans youth. But is it a model for inclusion?
Trans participation has not been an all-encompassing debate in the way that gay membership was. But while trans kids are no longer barred, many challenges remain.
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Pride Profile: Erin Russ
"I know, beyond a shadow of doubt, we can be the organization we aspire to be."
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Announcing Morally Straight, the book!
My book will tell the full story of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Boy Scouts. Coming soon to a bookshelf near you.