Educational institutions play an important role in shaping the psychological development, identity formation, and sense of belonging of LGBTQ+ youth. Research has shown that LGBTQ+ students face...
Homophobia is an attitude characterized by prejudice towards gay people, often accompanied by fear, dislike, and discrimination. In schools, homophobic attitudes have been shown to create a hostile...
Speak Up for Yourself and Others
If you are an LGBTQ+ student facing discrimination or harassment in your school environment, one strategy that can help is to speak up for yourself and others who...
According to author1, homophobic violence is a serious problem in schools that needs urgent attention. Homophobia refers to the fear, prejudice, discrimination, and hatred against people who identify...
School-based educational programs have become increasingly important in today's society for tackling issues such as homophobia and promoting inclusivity among students. These programs aim to create...
Learning about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ) identities is crucial for developing compassionate individuals who have an enhanced awareness of...
What strategies can educational institutions implement to ensure meaningful queer inclusion?
Queer individuals face discrimination, prejudice, and social exclusion due to their sexual orientation...
Cultural competence plays a critical role in creating safe and affirming spaces for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (LGBTQ+) students in schools. As educators strive to provide an...
There has been growing awareness of the need to promote understanding and acceptance towards individuals who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning+ (LGBTQ+) in...
Public debates about LGBTQ representation in schools often center around issues such as academic freedom, student safety, parental rights, and religious beliefs.
These discussions rarely consider...