18. Breaking Down Barriers for LGBTQ Folx in Schools

Ask A Queer EducatorHost, Bryan Stanton (he/they) sits down with Clinical Psychologist, Alex Conway (he/him). The two talk techniques for creating safe and inclusive spaces, homophobia and ableism, and working with children with disabilities. You can learn more about Alex's new business LGBT Joy at www.lgbtjoy.comWant to uncover the layers of LGBTQIA+ acceptance and inclusivity in the education sector? Get ready to dissect these complex issues with Alex Conway, a counselor and the founde...

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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