According to the 2007 YRBS, as reported in the Status of Girls in Illinois report, more than 1 in 10 girls in Chicago has skipped school because they felt unsafe. The Chicago Taskforce on Violence Against Girls & Young Women is developing recommendations on how to make Chicago's schools safer for girls.
One factor we know is important is the culture of the school. Schools can be safe and respectful learning environments that help young people to thrive, or they can be cold, punitive environments. It is crucial that our schools develop a culture of safety and respect.
We want to hear from you about positive examples! Can you tell us about a school that is promoting a positive environment for students?
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