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The men in your chapter are your brothers. Now you are considering telling them that you are gay. Consider completely the fears, acceptance, or questions that may arise by coming out. This journey will be filled with a range of emotions, facing tough battles and conquering the unknown. Where will your journey lead you?
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| WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU LEARN A BROTHER OR SISTER IS GAY? |
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Most fraternity and sorority nondiscrimination policies and educational efforts neglect to discuss or mention sexual orientation. As a result, many fraternity brothers and sorority sisters more than likely have never knowingly encountered someone who is gay, lesbian or bisexual and/or may not know what to do when they learn a brother/sister is gay.
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In an ideal world, all organizations would be accepting and inclusive of differences in individuals. But what is the reality of rushing openly gay? What are the choices to someone who is out and wants to be part of a brotherhood?
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You may have heard a friend, or yourself, say something like: “Our fraternity is based on the Bible and Christian principles, so how can we accept gay men into our membership?” Or, “How can I support a gay frat brother when the Bible says that homosexuality is wrong?” Well…that depends, in part, upon how you read the Bible!
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| HOW DO YOU CREATE A CLIMATE OF ACCEPTANCE? |
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Building a climate of acceptance in fraternities requires a commitment at all levels, ranging from individual members to the inter/national headquarters and including the university administration. The following checklists are suggested as a guide for creating a climate of acceptance in fraternities and sororities--a climate where a brother/sister who is gay/lesbian/bisexual may feel a sense of safety and support among his brothers/sisters.
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| ADVICE TO FRATERNITY & SORORITY PROFESSIONALS |
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Fraternity and sorority life professionals have a responsibility as student affairs specialists to provide support, programs and services for GLBT students. We must understand the environment in which we work, decide that we will support all students and create a coalition among fraternity and sorority life constituents to affect positive change for GLBT issues. My hope is to share some tips for fellow professionals to consider as part of their commitment to fraternity and sorority life.
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