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Because it means recognizing the rights of others, validating their identity and building environments of equal opportunities and development. Organizations are also obliged to adapt inclusion in their work spaces, because they belong to environments of constant interaction and learning. What can companies learn from schools that work to create spaces for inclusion and how can they adapt them to their organization? Do you know what and how much companies that have not implemented workplace inclusion policies for the LGBT+ community lose? We summoned experts to ask them about the topic. Listen to them this Thursday the 24th at 6:00 p.m. pic.twitter.com/FidIwJ66Z6 — Animal Político (@pajaropolitico) June 23, 2021 We share 7 tips from LGBTI+ families for other families and companies seeking to promote inclusion in educational environments. 1. Talk to the school preventively “I always tell teachers in advance that I am a transgender gestational parent so they don't think my children are lying when they say their father gave birth to them.” Engage the school in a conversation about your family before the start of the school year. Explain the basic details of your family, what your child calls each parent, and other important adults in your child's life, such as the donor or birth parents. Ask them if they have any questions or if they would like you to suggest some resources.
Involucrates "My presence in these spaces is a constant reminder to the staff that there is a gay parent in the room." Join the PTA or Diversity Committee, or attend their meetings and gradually seek leadership positions. Volunteer in the classroom or at school events. This will open avenues for inclusion in educational settings through trust with staff. 3. Provide feedback and suggestions “We purchased books for the class library about different types of families and organized PFLAG and local LGBTQ groups to present to staff at our children's schools.” Parents who support classes can Lithuania Phone Number look for books that represent diverse families. Highlight for schools where paperwork can be more inclusive, such as “Parent 1” and “Parent 2” instead of “Mother” and “Father.” Provide information about how inclusive celebrations, curriculum, and classroom images could support inclusion in educational settings and families of LGBTQ parents, or donate books or other inclusive materials.
Research policies Establish whether the school has procedures to deal with sexist, homophobic and transphobic behavior at school. What are your anti-bullying policies? If sexual and gender identity and expression are not covered in such policies, advocate for including them. Having knowledge and information will give you the power to react assertively to a situation or conflict. 5. Talk to your children “We have told them that each family is different. … We told them that some people don't understand these differences and to feel free to come to us at any time if they have questions.” Check in with your children about what they are experiencing at school. Use general questions, such as "What is your teacher like?" or "Tell me about today's recess." Relay that you will listen to them if something happens at school and you will talk together about how to handle it. 6. Empower your children "There's a lot of 'That's gay' or 'You're gay.' When someone tells my daughter, 'Your mom is gay,' she says, 'Actually, she is.'” Build your child's confidence and pride.
Involucrates "My presence in these spaces is a constant reminder to the staff that there is a gay parent in the room." Join the PTA or Diversity Committee, or attend their meetings and gradually seek leadership positions. Volunteer in the classroom or at school events. This will open avenues for inclusion in educational settings through trust with staff. 3. Provide feedback and suggestions “We purchased books for the class library about different types of families and organized PFLAG and local LGBTQ groups to present to staff at our children's schools.” Parents who support classes can Lithuania Phone Number look for books that represent diverse families. Highlight for schools where paperwork can be more inclusive, such as “Parent 1” and “Parent 2” instead of “Mother” and “Father.” Provide information about how inclusive celebrations, curriculum, and classroom images could support inclusion in educational settings and families of LGBTQ parents, or donate books or other inclusive materials.
Research policies Establish whether the school has procedures to deal with sexist, homophobic and transphobic behavior at school. What are your anti-bullying policies? If sexual and gender identity and expression are not covered in such policies, advocate for including them. Having knowledge and information will give you the power to react assertively to a situation or conflict. 5. Talk to your children “We have told them that each family is different. … We told them that some people don't understand these differences and to feel free to come to us at any time if they have questions.” Check in with your children about what they are experiencing at school. Use general questions, such as "What is your teacher like?" or "Tell me about today's recess." Relay that you will listen to them if something happens at school and you will talk together about how to handle it. 6. Empower your children "There's a lot of 'That's gay' or 'You're gay.' When someone tells my daughter, 'Your mom is gay,' she says, 'Actually, she is.'” Build your child's confidence and pride.