Date of Award

7-19-2001

Document Type

Open Access Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Department

Social Work

First Advisor

Maria Dinis, Ph.D.

Second Advisor

Laura Boisen, Ph.D.

Third Advisor

Cathy Sager, MSW

Abstract

A content analysis was conducted on of the public school experience of 3 youth from gay-straight alliance groups, who self identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual. The major themes found are the importance of caring and involved teachers, the positive experience of gay-straight alliance groups, and the affects of peer harassment. Implications for social work practice and policy are discussed.

Identifier

SC 11.MSW.2001.Stromqui.L

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Social Work Commons

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