60 Minutes did a story last night on Ruby Rose and a new program in schools to make “Gay cool” amongst teenagers. I watched it and thought it was very good. You can view the transcript and or watch the video here: http://sixtyminutes.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=7962928

Reporter: Michael Usher

Producer: Sandra Cleary

Teenagers have a tough gig. They live in a hyper-critical world where just owning the wrong brand of sneakers can mean social suicide.

So imagine what it must be like to discover you’re gay.

Some of Australia’s biggest names know exactly how it feels because they’ve been there.

Now they’re on a mission to make “coming out” a bit easier for the next generation.

Their message, gay is cool. And kids are starting to listen.

Hi Meg

Thanks for posting this.

I watched that segment and thought it was excellent. Ruby Rose is at her best when advocating for others. She’s a very compassionate person and a great role model for young people and those who have/are being bullied. I like her genuineness and the fact that advocating in schools and other forums is probably a form of therapy for her too. It’s great to see her looking happy and fulfilled in that kind of work.

I agree, Scotty. Wouldn’t it be good if more schools were like the one in the program? I can only hope that others will be inspired to adopt a similar culture of more active acceptance and support for LGBT students and staff as a result of what was seen on 60 minutes.

Blessings,

Ann Maree