Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN)

GLSEN is a national organization, based in Washington, D.C., that works on behalf of LGBTQ+ youth in schools.

You won't find a bar or a gift shop here. This isn't a social spot. GLSEN is an office, a resource center, really, dedicated to making schools safer for all students, no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity.

If you're an educator, a parent, a student, or just someone who cares about inclusive education, you can drop in and learn about their work: anti-bullying programs, LGBTQ+ inclusion in curricula, and ways to make schools more welcoming. They're all about creating better paths for kids.

You'll find them on Connecticut Avenue Northwest, right downtown. It's a good place to go if you're an LGBTQ+ traveler looking to understand the local advocacy scene, or if you just want to support an organization doing important work for young people.