132. The Dangerous Impact of Misinformation on Queer Youth—And How We Can Fight Back
Episode description
How can educators create truly inclusive spaces for queer and trans students? And what’s the hidden bias that might be holding them back?
In this episode, we talk with educator and author Kimm Topping (they/them) about the challenges queer youth face in schools, the impact of adultism, and why affirming spaces are essential for student success. Drawing from their own experiences and professional work, Kimm shares insights on building trust, fostering inclusivity, and combating harmful biases in education.
In this episode, you will:
- Learn how to support LGBTQ+ students beyond just using inclusive language.
- Understand the role of adultism in education and why dismantling it matters.
- Discover practical strategies to create safer, more affirming classrooms for queer youth.
Hit play now to gain powerful insights on making education more inclusive and empowering for all students!
The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community.
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