21. Inclusivity and Courage: LGBTQ Teachers in Schools

Ask A Queer EducatorHave you ever pondered what it takes to live authentically while being a queer educator? Revealing her personal journey, our guest Andrea "Fitz" Fitzgerald (she/her), a lesbian math coach from Memphis, Tennessee, provides us with an intimate understanding of such a life. Andrea's journey, filled with the struggle for authenticity and the constant battle against biases, uncovers a remarkable tale of resilience and courage. Her unique perspective as a queer teacher will undo...

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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