68. Using your Lived Experiences to Enhance Your Teaching As An LGBTQ Educator

Ask A Queer EducatorHave you ever wondered how diverse life experiences shape the way we teach and create in the world of theater?In this episode, Wilfred Paloma (he/him) shares his unique journey from growing up in extreme poverty in the Philippines to becoming a dynamic force in American arts education. He dives into how his personal experiences as a queer individual and educator inform his approach to teaching, particularly in navigating anti-queer behavior and fostering inclusive learning...

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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