We Dedicate... this page to the many students, teachers, parents, friends, and loved ones who have fallen in our community from the multiple scurges of AIDS, Breast Cancer, Suicide, Racism, Alcoholism, Homophobia, Sexism, Heterosexism, and Physical/Emotional Abuse of whatever nature. We pledge to do our best to combat the plagues of Homophobia, Racism, Sexism, and Heterosexism, to interrupt prejudice when it happens, and to stop those who, because of hatred, would hurt, embarrass, harass, or violate the rights of anyone. We will reach out to those victims of these plagues, offering a hand of help and support, and a loving heart. We will strive to make our own space sacred to the principles of equality, safety, and respect for all. When we are united with our brothers and sisters, of whatever culture, religion, creed, nationality, and sexual orientation... All that has divided us will merge. Compassion will be wedded to power. Softness will come to a world that is harsh and unkind. Both men and women will be gentle. Both men and women will be strong. No person will be subject to another's will. All will be rich and free and varied. The greed of some will give way to the needs of many. All will share equally in the earth's abundance. All will care for the sick and the weak and the old. All will nourish the young. All will cherish life's creatures. All will live in harmony with each other and the earth. And... Everywhere will be called Eden once again. (paraphrased from a poem by Judy Chicago) For the living: I wish you peace in your soul, Love in your life, And a smile in your heart. Same sky... Copyright © 1998, GLSEN/DC Inc. If you have any questions, contact our WebSpinner at: TenorOne@cheerful.com.