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INSPIRING PROJECTS BY
INSPIRED PEOPLE

KatyISD LGBTQ+ Inclusion Efforts

Cameron Samuels

Katy, TX | 18

2022 AWARD RECIPIENT

“Rather than sit around each day watching society happen, I have committed myself to contribute towards what progresses society forward, and that is why my Tikkun Olam is pursuing justice where it is due – Tzedek Tzedek Tirdof.”

After seeing that resources for LGBTQ+ students were censored on school computers, Cameron launched their effort to bring inclusion for all students in the Katy Independent School District. Cameron brings students together to advocate for access to those resources by raising awareness and advocating for policy changes. By speaking at school board meetings, organizing digitally on social media, communicating with the press, and meeting with district officials, their project has been successful in bringing about change in their school district of 90,000 students and beyond.