Allow Transgender Boys in the Boy Scouts Now!
- by: Peter Tomaszewski
- recipient: Pres. Robert M. Gates (President of the Boy Scouts of America)
Recently, the Boy Scouts of America made a landmark decision in allowing gay and lesbian Scout leaders in their program. While this is a major step, the civil rights battle in the BSA isn't over yet.
Transgender boys are not currently allowed to be members of the Boy Scouts, and their acceptance is only sometimes considered based on a troop's individual membership policy. This means that if a troop doesn't want a transgender boy, they are under no obligation to accept his application.
By signing this petition, we can work together to ensure that all boys have an equal opportunity in the Scouting program, whether they were born one or not. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Recently, the Boy Scouts of America made a landmark decision by allowing gay and lesbian Scout leaders. While this is a major step, the civil rights battle in the BSA isn't over yet.
The acceptance of transgender boys is only sometimes considered based on a troop's individual membership policy. This means that if a troop doesn't want a transgender boy, they are under no obligation to accept his application.
All boys should have an equal opportunity in the Scouting program, whether they were born one or not. Please adopt a formal policy allowing transgender boys to join the Boy Scouts. Thank you for your time and consideration.
