LGBTQ+ Inclusion in International Schools
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Ian Timbrell and Shane Leaning talk about range of topics related to LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, including the challenges faced by school leaders, the importance of representation in literature, and strategies for handling difficult conversations. The discussion highlights the need for inclusive practices and the impact of local representation on students' identities and experiences.
Takeaways
The challenges faced by school leaders in addressing LGBTQ+ topics and the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context of these challenges.
The significance of representation in literature and the impact of inclusive materials on students' identities and experiences.
Strategies for handling difficult conversations related to LGBTQ+ inclusion, including the use of scripts and the importance of standing by the school's values and policies.
The impact of local representation on students' understanding of diversity and the need for inclusive role models and events in school curricula.
Links
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Ian on X/Twitter: @ITimbrell
This episode is supported by the International Curriculum Association.
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