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Our Mission Statement
GLYS WNY builds affirming cultures and supportive communities for youth of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
Our Purpose & Goals
GLYS provides a safe and positive environment for LGBTQ+ youth to learn more about themselves through peer interaction and educational experiences. The organization creates opportunities for emotional growth and community awareness.
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Through GLYS outreach, other agencies learn about and increase their sensitivity to the needs of gender and sexual minority youth. GLYS provides LGBTQ+ youth with positive role models and a safe space, while promoting positive self-esteem and the integration of these youth into the larger community. GLYS can also assist youth and their families by providing resources and referrals.
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Members range in age from 5-21 and represent many racial, ethnic, religious and class backgrounds.

Our Staff is also diverse in background, education, and experience. Each staff member is dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ youth.
Meet Our Staff
Our Board of Directors
GLYS New York 2022
Board Member
Ed Drantch
President
Michael Wah
Board Member
Michael Boucai
Vice President
Khristopher Decker
Board Member
Dominic Cottone
Treasurer
Darren Brown-Hall
Board Member
Darlene Maclay
Board Member
Candice Fletcher-Pacheco
Secretary
Ifeoma Ifedigbo
Board Member
Gerard Williams
Board Member
Amy Hequembourg
Board Member
Abigail Skinner
Board Member
Sheri Scavone
Board Member
Neil Pawlowski
Board Member
Mike Kugel
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