Programming
In House Programming
Programming was determined by the youth initially. Sharon and the facilitators would ask them what they wanted to talk about, and then would bring in speakers/create programs centered around those topics. Topics/Programs covered were:
- Safe sex and sex education (both intimate and clinical POVs)
- Relationships
- Coming Out
- Navigating school
- Religion
Bi-GLYAH Brochure, inside , circa 1995. Courtesy of LGBT-021, DCA
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Sharon talking about programming
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Outreach and Education
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Advertising for Bi-GLYAH was a group effort from both members and facilitators. Members would leave little cards at bookstores/libraries next to books on LGBTQ+ issues to get word out about the meetings, and facilitators developed a safe house network where families would take in LGBTQ+ youth when needed.
Sharon talking about Bi-GLYAH's impact on LGBTQ+ youth
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Stuffed Animal Frog, circa 1998. Courtesy of LGBT-027, DCA.
Facilitators also would speak at high schools and churches to talk about LGBTQ+ youth issues and concerns. Facilitators would work with teachers to help them create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth in schools. The Eash Potter Scholarship was also developed to help graduating LGBTQ+ youth and allies. The group attended Central PA Pride Festivals, with their signatures stuffed frogs to spread awareness of their group.
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Bi-GLYAH Discount Card, circa 1995.
Courtesy of LGBT-021, DCA.
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Creating a Safe Space Conference, 1997.
Courtesy of LGBT-021, DCA.
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