Newsletter
Lessons learned from the activists who fought for LGBTQ+ inclusion
The Scouters and allies who led the campaign for inclusion can teach us a lot—especially as LGBTQ+ rights are under attack today.
Newsletter
Want to make trans youth feel more welcome? Start with this training
This resource can help start the conversation in your council.
Newsletter
The most surprising thing I learned reporting my book
The history of the BSA's anti-gay policy held many unexpected twists and turns.
Newsletter
Your guide to marching at Pride
Showing up to Pride as a Scouter can be a great way to support LGBTQ+ Scouts, and cast a wider net for membership growth.
Newsletter
Why Pascal Tessier's story was a powerful force for change
A quick recap of my podcast interview with the 'first' openly gay Eagle Scout.
Newsletter
700 subscribers: Thank you!
Here’s something fun: There’s now just about 700 of you receiving this newsletter every week! I remember starting this newsletter three (!) years ago, with a mere 70 subscribers I imported from a defunct email list I assembled during college. I fully expected all 70 of them to unsubscribe,
Newsletter
Living History Project: The power of an accepting adult
For LGBTQ scouts, even a single affirming adult can make an enormous difference in their life.
Newsletter
How Cheryl Katon helped the BSA navigate LGBTQ policy changes
A quick recap of my podcast interview with the former scout executive.
Newsletter
BSA fixes deadnaming issue, after scouter speaks up
The subtle tech fix is an important step for inclusivity.
Newsletter
The 'Morally Straight' book is coming in June!
My history of the fight for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the BSA will be published in less than six months.
Newsletter
Living History Project: What NOAC meant for queer scouts
The 2022 conference represented a huge milestone for the organization—and a deeply personal one for the LGBTQ+ scouts in attendance.
Newsletter
What Alison Batey accomplished for LGBTQ+ inclusion
Here’s the recap of my podcast interview with the former Scouting professional.