Anonymous

First of all, congratulations that you’re even going! I know it’s hard for some people to even attend a Gay-Straight Alliance meeting, regardless of their sexual orientation. I can promise you two things: you have no reason to worry, and they will not judge you for being shy. At my school, where homosexuals are generally accepted but on occasion still picked on, our GSA is one of the friendliest groups I can think of. I can’t speak for every school of course, but the people who join these groups are people who want change. They want people to not be judged at first glance, by their appearance or by the rumors spread about them, by their sexual orientation or religious beliefs or past mistakes. These are people that want everyone to be accepted for who they are, so nobody is going to judge you for being a little shy or nervous your first time there. Also, I highly doubt that when you walk in there you’re going to be expected to hold long, interesting conversation- at most, they may ask you things about yourself and make small talk just to get to know you. If you’re in need of a friend, GSA is the one place I’m sure you’ll find one. :)