- 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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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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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.
- 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.
- Be the Change. It's Our Planet. It's Our Future. Act Now.
- Now Matters Later
- Let's Talk - Politics
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"What truly makes our country great is its diversity. I've seen that beauty in so many ways over the years. Whether we are born here or seek refuge here, there's a place for us all. We must remember it's not my America or your America. It's our America." Michelle Obama, 2019
In times of conflict, divisive rhetoric, and information overload, students benefit from opportunities for meaningful dialogue about the issues that we are facing today. Let’s Talk has articles and lesson plans on crises and conflicts, politics and government.
- Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity/Expression (SOGIE)
- Diversity - Me, You, Us
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Building Community. Addressing Bias
- Bullying
- Policies and Resolution
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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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