ResourcesIf you or someone close to you is looking for resources, you can click here. This list is helpful for guidance in particular areas of focus. Local Resource: Youth OutlookYouth Outlook is the first social service agency in Illinois solely dedicated to the support of LGBTQ+ youth. We work in 6 counties in the Chicago suburbs, offering drop-in centers for youth, parent support, and community education. Drop-in Centers meet weekly and are a social setting for youth to meet other LGBTQ+ young people. We provide a safe and comforting space for them to talk about a variety of important topics . Youth Outlook provides dedicated programming related to safer sex, healthy relationships, and HIV/AIDS prevention and education. Our largest and fastest-growing group is Transcend, a supportive and affirming space for trans and non-binary youth Thrive, a drop-in center for parents and caregivers actively parenting LGBTQ+ teens, provides an informal and confidential space for families and supportive adult allies to share their stories, find commonalities, and get questions answered.. This group meets concurrently with our Transcend Drop-In. Community Education initiatives inform professionals and educators on needs specific to the LGBTQ+ community in addition to current trends in working with LGBTQ+ youth, and creating LGBTQ+ inclusive environments. Why Should We Focus on LGBTQ+ IssuesThe Center for Disease Control reports that LGBTQ+ youth are at an increased risk of abuse and bullying.
Writing Effective Lesson PlansIncluding the work of Lesbian and Gay artists in the art classroom is a vital step for inclusion of LGBTQ+ students in the art classroom. Lauren Lampella (2005) believes that teachers must discuss important aspects of an artist's life when discussing work. You simply cannot only show work of LGBTQ+ artists, you need to disclose that these artists are LGBTQ+. "I wondered how an art teacher could leave out one of the most important aspects of an artist's life when discussing the artist in class...I am convinced that knowing the sexual identity of lesbian and gay artists is paramount to understanding some of their works." (p. 35) Lampella, L. (2005).Writing effective lesson plans while utilizing the work of lesbian and gay artists. In Art Education. pp. 33-39. It's ElementarySchool needs to be a safe place of learning for every child. Respect for all must be taught, and It's Elementary emphasizes this importance. This film shows how various teachers approach LGBTQ+ issues in their classrooms.
Robert Roth, an eighth grade social studies teacher, for example, is seen teaching a lesson about stereotypes. He begins with general stereotypes and transitions the discussion into LGBTQ+ stereotypes. Robert Roth believes that, as a straight male, it is important to discuss. LGBTQ+ issues. We have to educate our students to be sure LGBTQ+ students are included and feel safe.
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