MAHWAH, N.J., Aug. 11, 2009 — The Straight Spouse Network (SSN) has been named the Best of Northeast in the 2009 Pride Choice Awards, sponsored by GreatNonprofits, Guidestar and Queerty (http://www.greatnonprofits.org/pride). The contest asked people to submit reviews about nonprofits serving the LGBT community. The network received 65 five-star reviews.
The Straight Spouse Network (http://www.straightspouse.org) is an international organization that provides personal, confidential support and information to heterosexual spouses/partners, current or former, of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender mates and mixed-orientation couples for constructively resolving coming-out problems. The network also offers research-based information about spouse, couple and family issues and resources to other family members, professionals, community organizations and the public. The organization is the only support network of its kind in the world and has 52 support groups throughout the United States and other countries.
"It was through the Straight Spouse Network," wrote one reviewer, "that I learned how to live again, how to face reality in the eye and stand tall. I was no longer alone. The men and women of the Straight Spouse Network understood the issues I was experiencing and without being judgmental stood beside me and was my guide. They led by example and did not dwell on the negative. They didn't take sides but instead helped me clarify the issues and understand that the sexuality of my wife was nothing I had any influence over. Over the years I have many times I have stood side by side with members of the GLBT community and marched and spoke for equality. Reaching Out – Healing – Building Bridges are not just words spoke by the Straight Spouse Network. They talk the talk and they walk the walk. The Straight Spouse Network is not just the Other Side of the Closet; they kick the door open, expose reality, and offer a helping hand so everyone can heal from this significant emotional event."
Kathy Callori, Executive Director of the Straight Spouse Network, was thrilled by the announcement. "With the help of our many volunteers and part-time paid staff, the Straight Spouse Network will continue to be there to help all those who reach out for support in their time of crisis."
Contact:
Cathy Wos
Communications Director
Straight Spouse Network
206-661-7446
Email
http://www.straightspouse.org
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