Interested in knowing how to create a more inclusive environment for LGBTIQA+ students and staff at your school?

Youth Pride Network is hosting a FREE online training sessions for WA based high school teachers and staff wanting to better support LGBTIQA+ students.

Our recently released "State Of Play Report II: LGBTIQA+ Young People's Experiences of High School" illustrates how the state's education system is failing to ensure the safety and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ students. This session will be an opportunity for teachers and school staff to learn more about the importance of building and maintaining an inclusive schooling environment, access additional resources and information, and connect with other allies and LGBTIQA+ staff and teachers.

Session 1: Creating Safe Classroom Environments for LGBTIQA+ Students

Understand identity and terminology related to LGBTIQA+ communities.

Recognise the unique challenges LGBTIQA+ students may face in school settings.
Create affirming spaces through inclusive language, resources, and classroom practices.
Challenge discriminatory behaviour and address homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia.
Implement inclusive curriculum strategies that reflect diverse identities and experiences.
Support student wellbeing with sensitivity to issues around gender, sexuality, and mental health.

Session 2: Recognising and Responding to Bullying: Strategies for Supportive School Communities

Identify the different types of bullying (physical, verbal, social, and online).
Recognise signs that a student may be experiencing or engaging in bullying.
Understand the short- and long-term impacts of bullying on student wellbeing.
Respond effectively and confidently to bullying incidents.
Apply school policies and reporting procedures appropriately.
Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support all students involved.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful school environment.
Empower students to speak up and seek help.

Places are limited, so please make sure to register and preferences will be given to regional workers.

YPN's reports and resources can be viewed through our website at www.youthpridenetwork.net

Thanks to our funding partner Synergy

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Acknowledgement of Country
We respectfully acknowledge the Whadjuk Noongar People as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we will gather for the event. We would like to also pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging; and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture, and extend our deepest gratitude for their custodianship."

About us

Youth Pride Network (YPN) is the peak systemic advocacy body for LGBTIQA+ young people aged 12 - 25 in WA. We are a peer-led organisation working to ensure all LGBTIQA+ young people are included, accepted and celebrated by their communities. YPN are auspiced by the Youth Affairs Council of WA and funded by the Department of Communities.

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