Get Involved with PEN
Tell Your Story
Interested in telling a story at a Proud Educator Story Night? We are always looking for educators to share their experiences at one of our live storytelling events. We provide some coaching to shape the story ahead of time. No prior experience required- just a willingness to be honest and authentic.
Host a Gathering
Would you like to bring together LGBTQ+ educators at your school for one of our Friday gatherings? We are always looking for spaces to host our gatherings, and we will assist with organizing the details. All you need is to provide the space.
Stay in the Know
Want to hear about upcoming events organized by Proud Educator Network? Sign up for our mailing list below to get invites to upcoming events, and for other ways to be involved with the various projects. (Note- You could expect 1-2 emails a month from us, in case you’re worried about overcrowded inboxes).
Spread the Word
Know someone else who might be interested in the Proud Educator Network? Would you like to help us in our mission of making LGBTQ+ educator stories and experiences more visible? Please follow us on social media at the accounts below, or connect with us- #proudteacherstories #proudeducators
Sponsor a Project
Pleased with the work we are currently doing and wanting to provide financial support? Choose a project that you’d like to sponsor and your donations will deepen and expand that project’s scope for this year and beyond. Contact us via the button below and we will connect you with our budget project chair. (Note: Current projects range from $750-$3000)
Post Your Story
Would you like to share your own story of impact or intersection? We are in the process of collecting narratives, especially from educators beyond the NYC area, that will promote dialogue in our communities near and far. So send us your story, or your idea for a story, and we will connect with you about sharing it via our blog.
Attend an Event
If you’re looking for ways to explore the work of Proud Educator Network, there’s no better way than to attend an event. We have several Proud Educator Story Nights, Proud Educator Gatherings, and other events throughout the year. Check out our upcoming events page for more information.
Get Involved
We are looking for people who want to help in the planning and organization of our different projects throughout the year. If you might be interested in becoming involved with a specific project, or would like to find out more, please contact us. More information →
