CO HJR1023

Recognizes April 17, 2015, as the National Day of Silence and supports its goals and ideals of bringing attention to anti-lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender harassment in schools.

Documents that nearly 75 percent of LGBTQ students reported verbal harassment by peers and 36 percent reported physical harassment based on sexual orientation or gender expression.

Notes that over 15 percent of LGBTQ students reported physical assault by peers, nearly 60 percent felt unsafe in school, and approximately 30 percent missed entire school days due to safety concerns.

States that supportive school staff contribute to positive outcomes including fewer absences, greater academic achievement, higher educational aspirations, and increased sense of school belonging.

Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the Governor, One Colorado, the Gill Foundation, GLBT Center of Colorado, and numerous LGBTQ advocacy organizations and community groups.