Podcast: How can teachers make their schools LGBT+ inclusive for pupils and staff?
We invited authors Elly Barnes and Olly Pike onto the JKP podcast to talk about best practice for teachers who want to make their schools…
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#AskFoxandOwl – a live Twitter Q&A with Fox and Owl Fisher
Trans icons Fox and Owl Fisher took over our Twitter this week, for a live Q&A. If you missed it, you’re in luck! Because we’ve…
Talking to Owl & Fox Fisher about being a transgender teen
Frank, friendly and funny, the Trans Teen Survival Guide will inform, empower and arm transgender and non-binary teens with all the tips, confidence and practical advice they…
“Being a transgender professional gives me a very unique insight into issues that young people face.” Talking to trans youth worker, Matt Waites
There is currently a lack of information available regarding the specific needs of young transgender men, and the barriers that they face. This can lead…
LGBT+ inclusive lesson plans for secondary school teachers
Draw on youth culture to encourage participation in positive social change Educate & Celebrate engages with accessible youth currencies to stimulate the link between LGBT+…
How can primary school teachers make their schools feel LGBT+ friendly?
The importance of an inclusive environment Your aim is to increase the visibility of LGBT+ people, issues and equality by utilising the all-powerful, accessible tool…
How to make your nursery gender neutral: activities for early years teachers
How can you develop an LGBT+ inclusive curriculum at the early years phase? What are we saying to our children and young people through our…
‘My LGBT history’ – Sabrina Symington’s queerstory turning point
Sabrina Symington reflects on her LGBT history, and shares a pivotal moment in her past that influenced the way she lives her life now. The…
Tackling homophobia in school? You need to start with your own language
Former teacher Jonathan Charlesworth explains how our confidence to provide support to someone ‘coming out’ or to stop, then prevent, homophobic name-calling or bullying all…
Why is LGBT+ teacher training so important?
Dr Elly Barnes MBE is CEO and Founder of Educate & Celebrate, a leading charity who work with schools to transform them into being LGBT+ inclusive. She…