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LGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago
Education

Former student describes brutal culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Nex Benedict's high school

The Human Rights Campaign's new ad sheds light on the culture of anti-LGBTQ+ bullying at Owasso High School, following the tragic death of trans teen Nex Benedict. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
Education

Nex Benedict's death ruled a suicide by medical examiner

Oklahoma state medical examiner ruled Nex Benedict's death a suicide after a violent altercation at school.
LGBTQ+ community and allies express concerns over the circumstances of Benedict's death. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
Education

Westboro Baptist Church blames Nex Benedict for his own death & will protest his school

The Westboro Baptist Church plans a protest at an Oklahoma high school, blaming a deceased teen for his death.
Current and former students highlight the lack of safety for LGBTQ+ students at Owasso High School. [ more ]
Advocate.com
2 months ago
Education

What we know about Oklahoma nonbinary teen Nex Benedict's tragic death

Nonbinary student Nex Benedict died after a physical altercation at Owasso High School.
Bullying, school safety, treatment of nonbinary students highlighted by Nex Benedict's death. [ more ]
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Washington Post
2 months ago
Education

Federal probe to look into Okla. school's actions before teen's death

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating discrimination at Owasso High School following the death of a nonbinary student.
LGBTQ+ groups and the community are demanding answers and action in response to the tragedy at Owasso High School. [ more ]
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