Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame: Matt Stuczynski MLIS ’09

Photo courtesy of the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame

November 30, 2020



Matt Stuczynski MLIS ’09 has been inducted into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame, which was founded in 1991 to honor those who have made significant contributions to the quality of life or well-being of the LGBT community in Chicago. The organization held a virtual ceremony on October 13 to honor all 2020 inductees. Watch Matt's Induction Video



Among Matt's most notable achievements is the founding of the Chicago chapter of GLSEN (Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network) in 1994. As a high school teacher for nearly 40 years, he has been instrumental in LGBT visibility in his school, and in the wider educational community. It was unusual for a teacher to come out back in the early 90’s and they faced losing their jobs when they did. As a new teacher, Matt put his career at risk by establishing and leading the local GLSEN chapter.



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