It Gets Better BYU - Ellen

Students from Brigham Young University share a personal message for the It Gets Better Project.
USGA (Understanding Same-Gender Attraction) is an unofficial group of Brigham Young University students, faculty, and friends who wish to strengthen families and the BYU community by providing a place for open, respectful discussions on the topic of same-gender attraction. USGA is not an appropriate forum for angry, vulgar, or profane remarks of any kind, nor for expressions of antagonism against any person or organization. In order to foster an environment of respect and understanding, we ask all participants to be respectful of BYU, the Church, and the beliefs and experiences of others.
Find USGA on Facebook at: groups/byuusga
The It Gets Better Project was created to show young LGBT people the levels of happiness, potential, and positivity their lives will reach -- if they can just get through their teen years. The It Gets Better Project wants to remind teenagers in the LGBT community that they are not alone - and it WILL get better.
The website www.itgetsbetter.org is a place where young people who are lesbian, gay, bi, or trans can see how love and happiness can be a reality in their future. It's a place where straight allies can visit and support their friends and family members. It's a place where people can share their stories, take the It Gets Better Project pledge, watch videos of love and support, and seek help.
If you are considering suicide or need help, call the Trevor Project now: 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386).
Take the pledge: ‪www.itgetsbetter.org/pledge‬

[@lafemmefatalle]

Thank you, Ellen. You ROCK!!! So honored to know you. Thank you for being a safe haven.

[@jennaom1]

Ellen, I heard you speak at the Counterpoint conference a few months ago! Thank you for your kind and inspirational words.

[@fathampton]

I am so glad this exists. Thank you guys so much, I admire your courage!

[@lbell88]

Thanks! I hope I get to see you again at Counterpoint!

[@MikaylaBloomquist]

It depends on what you are inferring by pro-gay, we are always encouraged to love and help anyone who needs it.
"Same-gender attraction is not a sin, but acting on those feelings is... As for why you feel as you do, I can’t answer that question. A number of factors may be involved, and they can be as different as people are different ... You are first and foremost a son of God, and He loves you."
Jeffrey R. Holland (a member of the quorum of the 12 apostles in the LDS church)