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On January 31, Unitarian Universalist Association President Peter Morales praised a policy change announced by the Boy Scouts of America, which will now allow transgender boys to join Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs. Morales said in response to the announcement:
I applaud the Boy Scouts of America on their decision to accept and register youth in the Cub and Boy Scout programs based on the gender identity indicated on their application. This is a significant step in the direction of greater inclusion for the BSA.
As a faith community, Unitarian Universalists for many years have supported the full inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people in all areas of our society. Unitarian Universalists know that greater inclusion on all levels leads to richer relationships and experiences in our lives and communities.
We look forward to the opportunity to work with the BSA on implementing this new policy. Together, we will create a welcoming and inclusive community for all youth who want to participate in scouting.
Last March, the UUA renewed a formal relationship with the Boy Scouts of America after the BSA began allowing troops to welcome gay scoutmasters and scouts.
In a happy coincidence, the UUA also published a new activity book last week for use by 7- to 11-year-olds in the Cub Scouts and Webelos religious emblem program.
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