At a Glance
Our interactive sessions include activities to engage all learners while providing a safe space for participants to start or continue on their social justice journeys.
Topics
- Bullying
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Family & Community Engagement
- LGBTQ+
- Positive School Environments
- School Climate
Outcomes
- Learn essential vocabulary for talking with students, families, and colleagues about LGBTQ+ issues
- Gain tools for responding to anti-gay comments and actions in the classroom
- Explore activities and resources for creating a welcoming school environment
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Last Updated: November 2020
Details
Audience Role
- College & University Faculty
- Education Support Professional
- Specialized Instruction Support Personnel
- Teacher
Grade
- Elementary School
- High School
- Higher Education
- Middle School
Session Length
1.5 - 3 hours
Session Format
In person
What to Expect
All trainings can be customized to meet your members' specific needs. The typical flow of this training includes:
- Reflection: Early memories of LGBTQ+ people
- Film and Debrief: What Do You Know? Kids Talk About LGBTQ+ Topics
- Activity: LGBTQ+ Dominoes (vocabulary)
- Data: Statistics about LGBTQ+ students
- Practice: Responding to “That’s so gay” and other anti-LGBTQ+ comments
- Role Play: Responding to concerns about being LGBTQ+ inclusive
- Website Exploration: LGBTQ+ resources
- Activity: Checklist for a welcoming school
Trainings in Action
Our interactive sessions include activities to engage all learners while providing a safe space for participants to start or continue on their social justice journeys.
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Trainer Alicia Bata with colleagues in North Dakota. She tells participants: "Am I culturally competent? Perhaps. Do I know everything I need to do? Absolutely not! This is a skill that you need to practice every day."
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