“Treat others as we ourselves would want to be treated” – The Golden Rule
Human Dignity
Human dignity is paramount. All people are valuable and deserve respect.
The Basis of Faith
Compassion, acceptance, peace, and love are the basis of many faiths. These traditions carry a duty to all those who are marginalized.
Condemn Violence and Hate
Homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia foster, condone, and willfully ignore violence and hate. Major faiths condemn violence and hate.
It’s About Realities and Issues
2SLGBTQI-inclusion is about much more than sex education. It is about addressing 2SLGBTQI experiences and issues in age-appropriate and meaningful ways.
Sacredness of Life
Silence about 2SLGBTQI issues, coupled with homophobic, biphobic, and transphobic harassment, negatively impacts mental health and puts 2SLGBTQI youth at higher risk for depression and suicidality.
Respect of all Human Beings
2SLGBTQI inclusion is about safeguarding human dignity and respect for all human beings, not about putting faith-based values and human lives in opposition.
The Golden Rule
Major faiths share the belief that we should treat others as we would want to be treated.
Community
Faith fosters community. All human beings deserve to be treated as valuable contributing members of their communities.
Refuge for Community Members
Spaces of faith can serve as safer places that allow 2SLGBTQI community members to meet and discuss issues relevant to their lives and circumstances.
Hate Hurts Us All
Homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia hurt all of us. Anyone
who is perceived to be 2SLGBTQI
can be subjected to harassment and victimization.