Birmingham LGBT Centre has published a document aimed as a guide for teachers and support staff.
The Equality Act 2010 and Public Duty (Powerpoint Presentation)
The Equality Act 2010 also introduced the Public Duty which applies to all schools state, academies and independent.
It is an exciting constructive piece of legislation which requires us all not only to stop discrimination when it occurs but educate OUT prejudice
UNESCO Publishes Guidance to Tackle Homophobic Bullying
UNESCO’s Booklet “Good Policy and Practice in HIV and Health Education” is available again in time for IDAHO 2013
Boots Removes Gender Signs For Toys
In a significant move towards gender equality and countering recent accusations of sexism, high street store Boots is to no longer categorise toys for boys or girls.
Birmingham Students’ “Prevelance of Homophobia” Survey Published
82.6% of Birmingham students understand that the word ‘gay’ used in the wrong context is offensive
Gay students: invisible on campus? – The Guardian
The NUS plans to collect more information on the number and experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students
NEW – Educate and Celebrate Training Sessions
Elly Barnes is taking bookings now for 17th June London and 20th June Birmingham
How to teach … LGBT history month
For LGBT history month, the Guardian Teacher Network has resources to help you look at the problems – and achievements – of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people
LGBT Youth NW Best Practice Guide
Practitioners from all over the UK who deliver LGBT Awareness and Education in schools got together in Lancaster Library last November to share their experience and knowledge.
A Resources special: Equality – Still out of sight and out of mind
Schools must tackle homophobic bullying as forcefully as they do other forms of discrimination, says Elizabeth Bridges*
For anyone who works in a school, bullying is an unfortunate reality. From comments about weight to remarks about ethnicity or disability, pupils – and some teachers – can be cruel and thoughtless.