SpeakOUT (a Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, And Transgender Speakers Bureau of Boston)

Working to create a world free of homo-bi-trans-phobia by telling the truths of people's lives.

Description:
SpeakOUT provides volunteer speakers to: Educate the public about what it means to be gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender in this society; Dispel myths and stereotypes by allowing people to see us as individuals; Build understanding and acceptance through open and honest dialogue; Let other gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender people know that they are not alone.

History:
Since it was formed in 1972, SpeakOUT has addressed many kinds of audiences, including public and private universities, colleges, high schools, middle and elementary schools, as well as businesses, hospitals, government agencies, churches, synagogues, youth groups, and community service organizations of all kinds.

Contact people:

Darya Mattes, Administrative Director, (phone), (email) Julie Dorley, Co-Chair, Board Of Directors, (email) Alex Lucchesi, Co-Chair, Board Of Directors, (email)

Address:

PO Box 301223 Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Web Site: http://speakoutboston.org

Last updated on February 17, 2010