“Most people want to speak up when they witness sexism,” writes Jo-Ann Finkelstein in this new toolkit. Explore model scripts to interrupt stereotypes, reinforce values, and help others think more critically about the messages they’ve absorbed. #sexism #MisogynyFreeSchools tinyurl.com/m3k8h6u8

SSAIS blog @msmagazine.com. The Department of Education is taking a shot at teachers and unions like L.A. Unified under the guise of protecting students. @rweingarten.bsky.social @rbreich.bsky.social @aft.org @ctulocal1.bsky.social @wearecta.bsky.social @jessicavalenti.bsky.social #TitleIX

Trump's Education Department Claims It's Focused on Educator Sexual Misconduct. Is It Real Commitment or Political Messaging?

Trump's Department of Education issued a Dear Colleague Letter on July 10 warning schools they risk losing federal funds if they fail to protect students from sexual misconduct by school employees. Th...

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ED sent a directive threatening to revoke funds when schools fail to address employee sexual misconduct. It's a performative attempt to improve ED's image after critiques by equity orgs+Bernie Sanders for decimating OCR+weaponizing #TitleIX @straightarrownews.bsky.social san.com/cc/education...

Education Dept. launches crackdown on school sexual misconduct, but critics question impact

The Dept. of Education has a new plan to prevent sex assaults by adults in schools. Will it actually be able to help remedy the problem?

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#TitleIX has been one of the most significant laws for women and girls, but today the federal government is censuring discussions on gender and discounting reports of sexual harassment and harm, instead cherry-picking complaints that align with its political agenda. We must remain vigilant!

#TitleIX has been one of the most significant laws for women and girls, but today the federal government is censuring discussions on gender and discounting reports of sexual harassment and harm, instead cherry-picking complaints that align with its political agenda. We must remain vigilant!

Pleased to publish in @msmagazine.com about 112 equity orgs' letter to ED/OCR demanding Title IX compliance, NCYL's new resource, SSAIS's #MisogynyFreeSchools + #YouthInfo-Zines, and Title IX workarounds. Follow the links in our article to explore urgently-needed resources.

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@msmagazine.com highlights the lack of federal civil rights enforcement for students. NCYL’s resource, “The State of Civil Rights for Students and Schools,” maps protections, enforcement, and pathways across all 50 states to help students and families navigate support.

Interesting read in @bloomberglp.bsky.social with perspectives from SSAIS, underscoring the need for #TitleIX enforcement for those most impacted--the millions of students who are sexually harassed and harmed daily. With @hrc.org @nwlc.org. Read @yahoofinance.com finance.yahoo.com/economy/poli...

Read Jack O'Conner's @chicagotribune.com report with Senators Steve McClure, Don Harmon @harmonil.bsky.social and Carrie Ward at the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault @ilgaconnected.bsky.social! www.chicagotribune.com/2026/04/17/s...

Interesting read with perspectives from SSAIS, underscoring the need for #TitleIX enforcement for those most impacted--the millions of students who are sexually harassed and harmed daily. Instead, OCR focuses on groups protesting 3% LGBTQ youth. With @hrc.org + @nwlc.org. @rweingarten.bsky.social

How Title IX Became a Tool of America’s Conservative Movement

(Bloomberg) -- For more than 50 years, the US civil rights law known as Title IX has been a bulwark against sex discrimination in education. Covering students from kindergarten through university, it’...

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Our new guide informs students about options to continue their learning in a safe environment. Weak #TitleIX enforcement at the district and national level make this a must-see resource. You'll find it at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/toolkits/ or in the AFT's @sharemylesson.bsky.social library!

With federal enforcement of #TitleIX protections severely weakened, students facing sexual harassment and harm are left to navigate a fragmented system. Advocates are building new paths to accountability and support. Our article leads readers to new resources @youthlaw.bsky.social and SSAIS.org.

Abandoned by the Department of Education, Advocacy Organizations Demand Action on Student Sexual Violence

In the absence of strong federal protections like Title IX, advocates are stepping in to build new paths to accountability and support.

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With little oversight from the U.S. Dept of Ed students must rely on laws/policies other than Title IX to address discrimination, harassment & gender-based violence. Read about impactful strategies, resources, examples of student-activism, and more at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/title-ix-coo...

Please explore and support our all-volunteer nonprofit with a modest donation and shares! Safe, respectful, and equitable learning environments enable students to reach their full potential and instill values that shape the next generation! give.stopsexualassaultinschools.org/donate

This is dire. The Office For Civil Rights is being destroyed! It's imperative that all stakeholders advocate for students' civil rights and ensure enforcement. Use our toolkits to be proactive! stopsexualassaultinschools.org/toolkits/ tinyurl.com/yt49a2ak #TitleIX

Ed. Dept. Offices Will Be Virtually Wiped Out in Latest Layoffs

The U.S. Department of Education is losing about a fifth of its already diminished workforce.

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The Students Against Sexual Harassment Online community for youth age 12+ and adult allies is kicking off on Sunday 9/28 at 5 pm PT/ 8pm ET. Fill the form for updates on meeting times! Youth need our support; includes certificate of achievement for students' resume! forms.gle/spbebumFGm9n...

Ready to take action? Join the SASH Club Online!

Are you 12+ and ready to help end sexual harassment + assault? SASH Club Online is the official space for SASH Club (Students Against Sexual Harassment). It's an inclusive place where youth from all o...

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SB 848 authored by Sen Sasha Renée Pérez @senatorsrp.bsky.social has passed the Legislature and is enroute to Governor Newsom’s desk. Learn more about this exemplary bill to protect students from school employee sexual misconduct in the press conference with our board chair youtu.be/OvrHKT0pbIE?...

SB 848 would require updates to Comprehensive School Safety Plans with clear procedures for preventing, detecting & addressing employee sexual misconduct. 🔜 Watch the livestream with SSAIS Board Chair Heidi Goldstein www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvrH...

SB 848 Press Conference

YouTube video by California Senate Democrats

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This toolkit lays out clear steps to bring change to a school district before the next child is harmed. It’s crucial that adults are proactive owing to poor Title IX enforcement. tinyurl.com/47fww3rp. You'll also find it in the @sharemylesson.bsky.social library!

Each day millions of students in the U.S. face peer sexual harassment & assault. New research finds that approximately 17% of students will also experience some form of sexual abuse by school employees before graduating high school. Toolkits for change at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/toolkits/

This toolkit lays out clear steps to bring change to a school district before the next child is harmed. We must be proactive due to poor Title IX enforcement. It's authored by award-winning advocate and prevention educator Susan Moen. At tinyurl.com/47fww3rp or on the SSAIS Toolkits webpage.

The #MisogynyFreeSchools project in partnership with @perilresearch.bsky.social and @splcenter.org includes a wide range of resources like the DUCC curriculum for #digitalliteracy and the presentation "Misogyny and Male Supremacy: It's Not Just a Joke." More at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/mfs/.

Find out about the power of peer education to address sexual harassment and assault both on and off K-12 campuses. Watch the free @sharemylesson.bsky.social webinar event.on24.com/wcc/r/460968... and learn how to create a free SASH Club--Students Against Sexual Harassment sashclub.org. PD credit!

We created a free program, SASH Club--Students Against Sexual Harassment --to build safety, both on and off campus. Under the current U.S. admin, students' Title IX rights are barely enforced. It's essential that youth are provided the resources they need. Learn how to start a club at sashclub.org!

This toolkit lays out clear steps to bring change to a school district before the next child is harmed. We must be proactive due to poor Title IX enforcement. It's authored by award-winning advocate and prevention educator Susan Moen. At tinyurl.com/47fww3rp or on the SSAIS Toolkits webpage.

There's plenty written about the impact of the manosphere on youth but the solutions are slow in coming. The SSAIS #MisogynyFreeSchools movement is a unique platform with evidenced-based resources & ways for all to join the campaign--youth included. Learn more at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/mfs/

Educators can help prevent sexual harm in schools. Get free resources that can make a difference: sharemylesson.com/blog/educato... @ssais.bsky.social @sashclubs.bsky.social

SSAIS and SSASV will share proven practices for supporting students who report sexual harm--even where district infrastructure is weak. With students' rights under attack, this session is more important than ever! tinyurl.com/yc42s3x9 See you at AFT TEACH Conference @aftteach.bsky.social! #TItleIX

#MisogynyFreeSchools is a groundbreaking campaign to confront the alarming rise in misogyny, hostile sexism, and gender bias impacting youth. New resources for schools, adults allies, youth with @sharemylesson.bsky.social @splcenter.org plus reels, story sharing! stopsexualassaultinschools.org/mfs/

#MisogynyFreeSchools is a groundbreaking campaign with actionable steps for everyone. It offers allies worldwide an opportunity to build community, share their resources on the campaign webpages, and advance the cause of gender equity. Explore and meet allies at stopsexualassaultinschools.org/mfs/

Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” includes a tax loophole for billionaires—practically paying them to “donate” to private school tuition for families earning up to $500,000 a year. It increases the deficit & weakens public schools. Tell your lawmakers: Say NO to school vouchers. aft.org/NoToVouchers