- Los Angeles Unified School District
- Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity/Expression (SOGIE)
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- I am a parent/guardian. What are some resources to help me talk to my children?
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Gender Spectrum
resources for parents, families, youth and schools on gender diversity
videos about gender diversity:
Transgender children talk about being raised by their families
The Whittington Family: Ryland's Story
What does it mean to be gender fluid?
Family Acceptance Project
Family education booklets developed by the Family Acceptance Project to help diverse families support LGBT youth and young adults. Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese
Lesson Plan: Unheard Voices Stories of LGBT History ADL
Stories of LGBT History ADL
Love Has No Labels
This beautiful video exemplifies love as a tender experience between two humans, regardless their gender and sex
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlVBg7_08n0
Official video of "Same Love" encouraging that all loving relationships be respected
What Do I Do if My Child is Gay?
Lead With Love is a 35-minute documentary created to help answer that question
Kidsinthehouse.org has a variety of professionals offering videos for parents on sexual orientation and gender identity. Recommended speakers include Diane Ehrensaft, Kevin Jennings, Johanna Olson, Brian Pinero
Dragon Dads is a group of loving dads who support their LGBTQ+ children
- I am a classroom teacher. What resources will help me create an inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming classroom?
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What is non-binary? Explaining Non-Binary to children
Welcoming School's Childrens books that examine gender
How to be respectful and supportive
Non-binary people explain what 'non-binary' means to them - video
A Non-Binary Transition - TED Talk
Toliets bowties, gender and me TED Talk
Draw With Me a nonbinary child and their family shares
NPR’s American Experience offers three videos on the Stonewall uprising
Great Big PROUD videos - a curated selection of videos about the LGBTQ community
LGBTQ 2019 Reading and Resource list
Digital Tools and Resources for National Transgender HIV Testing Day 2017
Don't Stand for Homophobic Bullying
Students, stand up for your LGBTQ friends suitable for all audiences
Gender Fluid_CNN 2016 What it Means to be Gender Fluid
Hidden in the Open: A Photographic Essay of Afro American Male Couples
A photographic essay of Afro American male couples from the distant past
Homosexuality The NY Times
Lesson Plan: Aesthetics of Activism: AIDS Awareness
Lesson Plan-No Name Calling
No name calling week K-5
Lesson Plan: Family Life Grades 6-12
Family, life, grades 6-12
Lesson Plan: Aesthetics of Activism
This article explores AIDS awareness
Lesson Plan: LGBT Culture Wars, Grades 6-12
Lesson Plan: On Coming Out: Exploring the Stories of Gay Teenagers, Grades 6-12
Exploring the stories of gay teenagers, Grades 6-12
Lesson Plan: Unheard Voices Stories of LGBT History ADL
Stories of LGBT history ADL
Lesson Plans: LGBT Inclusive Curricula, Grades K-12
A variety of lesson plans for students in grades K-12
Love Has No Labels
This beautiful video exemplifies love as a tender human experience
Protecting the Rights of LGBT Individuals
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division
Same Love - Music Video
Official video of "Same Love" encouraging that all loving relationships be respected
Teacher Resources: LGBT Inclusive Curricula, Grades K-5
Resources for inclusive LGBT curricula for grades K-5
Teaching and Learning About Gay History and Issues
We've Come A Long Way
Secret deodorant commercial
- I am a school leader. What are some resources to help me create an inclusive, LGBTQ - affirming environment at my school?
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Trevor Project National Survey on LGBTQ Mental Health
Digital Tools and Resources for National Transgender HIV Testing Day
Don't Stand for Homophobic Bullying
Students, stand up for your LGBTQ friends suitable for all audiences
Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network Resources
GLSEN newsletter
Gender Fluid CNN What it Means to be Gender Fluid
Examines what it means to identify as gender fluid
Gender Non Conformity and School Safety: Documenting the Problem and Steps Schools Can Take
Safe Schools Coalition Research Brief
Harrasment Based on Sexual Orientation and its Consequences
Hidden in the Open: A Photographic Essay of Afro American Male Couples
A photographic essay of Afro American male couples from the distant past
Lesson Plan: Unheard Voices Stories of LGBT History ADL
Stories of LGBT history ADL
LGBT History Timeline Project
Discover the people and events that made LGBT history on this interactive website
Students and Gender Identity: A Guide for Schools - USC
Love Has No Labels
This beautiful video exemplifies love as a tender experience between two humans, regardless their gender and sex
Multiple Forms of Bias Related Harassment at School
Safe Schools Coalition Research Brief
National District Policies and Trainings
Safe Schools Coalition Research Brief
Protecting the Rights of LGBT Individuals
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division
School Safety and Students with LGBT Parents
The article discusses the safety of students with LGBT parents
Teaching and Learning About Gay History and Issues
This article explores LGBT issues historically
Safe Schools Coalition-Research Briefs and Steps for Affirming Schools for LGBTQ Students
Understanding Differences Between Schools in Overall LGBT School Safety
Safe Schools Coalition Research Brief
Understanding School Safety for Transgender Students
Safe Schools Coalition Research Brief
Through research, educational efforts and outreach, HRC encourages lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer Americans to live their lives openly and seeks to change the hearts and minds of Americans to the side of equality.
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Please be sure to check out the recommendations from the Department of Public Health on public demonstrations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our country is experiencing a social movement unlike any other in our childrens' and students lifetimes. Please visit this page to learn more about how we can support and educate the youth and ourselves.
Community Unrest, Justice & Supports for Educators and Caregivers
- Conversations - Lessons for Advisories & GSAs
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CONVERSATIONS -mini-lessons for advisories. Please also explore the Human Relations website. The
November 3, 2020 - Biden or Trump the 46th President. FOR MORE RESOURCES, VISIT "TALKING POLITICS" ON THIS SITE
Teaching Resources for the 2020 Election - Facing History: comprehensive collection of lesson plans and resources before and after the November 3 election.
Post-election Support for Difficult Conversations
What Next? How to Move Forward Together After a Divisive Election
Repairing the Fabric of Democracy - PBS Learning Media
Using the Election as a Teaching Tool - Edutopia
Managing Political Stress in 2020
TALKING POLITICS - Also see the Talking Politics section for many more resources
The three branches of government
How campaigns influence people
VOTE
College Athletes Rock the Vote
SOGIE - October is LGBTQ History Month; June is Pride month
Stories of Excellence - Harvey Milk
Stories of Excellence - Marsha P. Johnson
All Are Welcome - SOGIE affirming classrooms
SUPPORTING GSAs
Session 1. - Getting to Know You
Sessions 5 & 6. Healthy relationships
Session 7. What do I say to...
HUMAN RELATIONS, DIVERSITY & EQUITY
All Are Welcome - welcoming classrooms
The Day Sport Stood Still - On August 26 and 27, many sports teams went on strike to draw attention to Black Lives Matter.
What is "Check your privilege"?
100 years Later - how women got the right to vote
Alike or Different - expanding vocabulary
Asking for Help - promoting help seeking behavior
Loving Yourself - self esteem and postive body image
Moving Forward - maintaining hope during COVID-19
What's in a Name? - lesson on identity
When you classmate is getting roasted
What is an Extremist Organization?
Are you being recruited by an extremist group?
STORIES OF EXCELLENCE:
Stories of Excellence - Kamala Harris
Stories of Excellence - Little Miss Flint
Stories of Excellence - Meghan Markle
Stories of Excellence - Rep. Ilhan Omar
Stories of Excellence - Caster Semenya
Stories of Excellence - Breonna Taylor
Stories of Excellence - Harvey Milk
Stories of Excellence - Sylvia Rivera
Stories of Excellence - Mamme Biney
Stories of Excellence - Cesar Chavez
COMMEMORATIVE DATES:
California Native American Day, Sept. 25
National Coming Out Day - October 11
Indigenous Peoples Day - October 12
Dia de los Muertos - October 31 - November 2
Transgender Day of Remembrance - November 20
Kwaanza - December 26 - January 1
National Day of Silence - April 23
Denim Day - April 28
Stories of Excellence - Harvey Milk - May 22
- Coronavirus - Pandemics and Xenophobia
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Coronavirus
What we can’t control might frightens us. Anxiety and suspicion rose as the Coronavirus pandemic spread. Crises evaluate both our humanity and our vulnerabilities. The resources offered here are for teachers, parents and students to support ourselves and each other during this time.
- 2020 ArmenianāAzerbaijani
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Board Resolution to observe April 24 in recogniation of the Armenian Genocide
Board Resolution Standing with the Armenian People
Q&A: What is happening in Artsakh/Armenia?
NY Times - Why is conflict flaring between Armenian and Azerbaijan?
Crimes Against Humanity and Civilization: The Genocide of the Armenians - 8-lesson unit on the Armenian genocide by Facing History, Facing Ourselves
Armenian Genocide by the History Channel
What is Intergenerational Trauma? - PPT presentation
Talking to Children About War or Terrorism
- Conversations - Training Materials for Staff
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The Office of Human Relations, Diversity & Equity is happy to facilitate trainings for your school/work. The training materials here are longer in length than the ones in the advisories, and geared to an adult audience.
Back to School 2020 - technniques and tips for starting the year burnt out!
Courageous Conversations about Racism
Mental Health & Gender Diverse Youth
Mental Health & Sexual Minority Youth
Handbook of SOGIE-related vocabulary
ENGAGING AND EMBRACING SOCIAL MEDIA:
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 1. Power & History of Media
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 1. Power & History of Media, narrated
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 2. Definitions, Implications and Differentiation
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 2. Definitions, Implications and Differentiation, narrated
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 3. Statistics and Support
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 3. Statistics and Support, narrated
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 4. Celebrating Cyber Safety
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 4. Celebrating Cyber Safety, narrated
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 5. Using our power for GOOD
Engaging & Embracing Social Media - 5. Using our power for GOOD, narrated
- Bullying
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Videos and Public Service Announcements
- Now Matters Later
- Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity/Expression (SOGIE)
- Stories Not Stigma - You, Me, Us
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Building Community. Addressing Bias
- Be the Change. It's Our Planet. It's Our Future. Act Now.
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Contact
Judy Chiasson, Ph.D(213) 505-4744Janise Escobar, LCSWAddress:333 S. Beaudry Ave., 29th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90017
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