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Why should schools support LGBTQ?
Providing LGBTQ* (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning*) students with representative curricula, supportive staff and school policies, and affirming spaces can have positive effects, enabling them to feel a greater sense of belonging to their school community and be less likely to face discrimination …
What can schools do to become more welcoming places for LGBTQ students?
1. Post Safe Space Signs. You can designate your classroom a “safe zone” through stickers or posters on your classroom door. This lets students know that you’re LGBTQ-friendly, and are willing to challenge anti-LGBTQ language or harassment.
Why are GSA’s important?
A growing body of research confirms that the presence of a GSA has a positive and lasting effect on student health, wellness, and academic performance. It can also protect students from harassment based on sexual orientation or gender identity, and improve school climates for all students in the long-term.
How can I help the Lgbtq kids?
Talk with your child or foster child about their LGBT identity. Express affection when your child tells you or when you learn that your child is LGBT. Support your child’s LGBT identity even though you may feel uncomfortable. Advocate for your child when he or she is mistreated because of their LGBT identity.
How do I support Lgbtq?
Everyone
- Don’t make assumptions about people’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Speak out against homophobia, transphobia and anti-LGBTQ harassment and discrimination.
- Speak out against the use of antigay slurs.
- Be supportive of anyone who chooses to come out.
- Attend LGBTQ events.
How do you become an LGBT ally school?
LGBTQ Ally Action: Preventing Bullying
- TRUST YOUR STUDENTS. If a student says they are being bullied, take them at their word and don’t dismiss the actions as teasing.
- INFORM ADMINISTRATORS.
- SIMPLY LISTEN.
- CONNECT STUDENTS TO RESOURCES.
- BE IN THE KNOW.
- INTERVENE.
What are two things that you can do to create a welcoming environment for a student whose family identifies as Lgbtq+?
12 Ways to Make Your Classroom Safe for LGBTQ Students.
Why you should join GSA?
GSA’s are confidential, so you don’t have to worry about your parents finding out either. They’re also a lot of fun and a great chance to meet some great new people. Many GSA’s also fundraise for LGBT charities, which is a great way to give back to the community.
What is the purpose of GSA?
GSA supplies products and communications for U.S. government offices, provides transportation and office space to federal employees, and develops government-wide cost-minimizing policies and other management tasks. GSA employs about 12,000 federal workers.