In the Press
Some Boy Scout Troops Disregard Ban
On 19, Jul 2012 | In In the Press | By Scouts for Equality
Every year when it comes time to renew its charter, Troop 729 in New York City crosses out a promise to abide by the Boy Scouts’ policies because it doesn’t agree with the long-standing prohibition on openly gay members and leaders…
Lesbian Den Mother, Jen Tyrell, Fired for Being Gay
On 25, Apr 2012 | In In the Press | By Scouts for Equality
Jennifer Tyrrell, the den leader who was “fired” by her local Cub Scout troop for being gay, said that her 7-year-old son Cruz will not remain in the national organization because of its discrimination against gay leaders and scouts.
In March, the Boy Scouts of America removed Tyrrell from her position, telling her that her sexual orientation “did not meet the high standards” of conduct set by the Boy Scouts of America