It's a word we use and hear often, and many of us take for granted.

Sadly, too many young people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender do not feel welcome or safe in their homes, schools, and communities.

This book is dedicated to them.

You Should Read This Book if...

You are a parent, educator, coach, community leader, college administrator, camp counselor, spiritual advisor, neighbor, friend, or caring citizen who wants to:

• Know more about what it means to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender

• Support LGBT youth who are struggling with their identity

• Combat bullying in your neighborhood, school, or community organization

• Learn how to have affirming conversations with LGBT youth

• Create learning environments that include LGBT people and issues

• Learn how to be a good ally

• Find specific family, educational, political, faith-based, health-related, and other resources for LGBT people and allies

"This is a 'must read' for anyone wanting to help make safer, more welcoming places for LGBT youth."