May 07 2009 12:00 AM ET
Another Child Lost to Bullying
Despite pleas to an apathetic school administration, 11-year-old Jaheem Herrera took his life last month when he couldn't take the homophobic bullying anymore. Now his mother is fighting to prevent this from happening yet again.
May 06 2009 12:00 AM ET
Hetrick-Martin Turns 30
In 1979 the story of a 15-year-old boy jarred life partners Emery Hetrick, a psychiatrist, and Damien Martin, a professor at New York University, out of their comfortable existence.
October 15 2008 12:00 AM ET
GLSEN Gets a New Boss
You could say GLSEN is getting a new principal. On Wednesday the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network announced that Eliza Byard will become its new executive director, replacing founder and longtime executive director Kevin Jennings. Byard, who takes the reins on November 1, spoke to The Advocate about the task ahead for LGBT students and all of us who want to see them thrive.
April 01 2008 12:00 AM ET
Help Honor the LGBT Class of 2008
The Advocate needs your help in honoring the best and brightest of the LGBT class of 2008. Read on for details.
