Helpful Links for Teachers
Bullying, Homophobia & Transphobia
Issues Facing GLBT People in Society
Multicultural and Foreign Language Content
Rainbow Families: Two Moms, Two Dads
Supporting GLBT Students in School
Understanding GLBT History & Culture
Bullying, Homophobia & Transphobia
Bullying Canada - Youth Anti-Bullying Website
General support site - not LGBTT2IQ-specific - where young people speak out about bullying and victimization. One out of 4 kids are bullied, one out of 5 kids are the bully and 282,000 high school kids are attacked each month nationally.
Homophobic Bullying: Education and Schools
School is one of the major influences on people's early lives, when your individual perceptions and opinions are developing. If young people are taught to accept homosexuality as "normal", and challenge stereotypes, homophobic behaviour is less likely to
It's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School
The documentary for educators that shows how acknowledging gay and lesbian people in schools prevents prejudice and violence
By working together and spreading the word, we can break through the silence that surrounds the lives of people affected by homophobia and hate crime. We can help make homophobic behaviour unacceptable.
STANCE against homophobic bullying
Materials that allow schools to understand, recognise and challenge homophobic bullying in school
Teachernet (UK): Homophobia and Sexual Orientation in Schools (UK)
Aiming to help schools tackle homophobic bullying in the context of developing an inclusive, safer and more successful school environment for all
UBC: Recognizing Heterosexism and Homophobia
An informative brochure in PDF format (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view or print)
Gay and Lesbian Educators of British Columbia
Lesson plans and strategies to help GLBT students. Click "Resources" for a complete list
PFLAG Speakers Program: Making Room for Difference Within Our Communities
Recommended LGBT-Positive Titles for BC Schools
A list of recommended books and resources addressing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender issues that schools are encouraged to have in their collection. Produced by the Vancouver School Board.
STANCE against homophobic bullying
Materials that allow schools to understand, recognise and challenge homophobic bullying in school
Helping kids understand all kinds of family structures
The Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network (USA)
Click "Educators" section for lesson plans, activities and resources for creating safer schools for GLBT students.
The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
The Toronto Hospital for Sick Kids presents an easy-to-understand Macromedia presentation on typical fetal sex differentiation, continuing through to puberty and sexual maturity in girls and boys.
Gay Urban Youth Zone (GUYZ) Project
The GUYZ Project is designed to educate young gay men about HIV, STIs and Hep C through various initiatives. It also works to inform service providers of issues that young gay men face.
Not Yet Equal: The Health of Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual Youth in BC
Analysis of results of surveys of lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth in grades 7 to 12 in British Columbia 1992, 1998 and 2003. (Viewers may be asked to complete a short survey.)
Suicide Among Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgendered Youth
A two page information pamphlet for teachers, counsellors, friends and family members of GLBT youth
When a Person Is Neither XX nor XY: A Q&A with Geneticist Eric Vilain
Powerful, professional insight on chromosomal differences and gender development
BC Teachers Federation: Building Coalitions
BC Teachers Federation Web Site
Human Rights Campaign (USA): Coming Out as a Straight Supporter
Like GLBT people, straight allies will find that coming out is not a one-time event, but rather a lifelong journey. Here are more resources to help allies take their next important steps on that path.
Towards a Better Understanding of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Persons in the Workplace. A publication of GLBT Pride@PCH and Parks Canada.
To Our Allies: Everything you've ever wanted to know about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans issues
Basic answers to basic questions: an excellent resource for allies in the workplace. Produced by the CAW for its union members.
Issues Facing GLBT People in Society
A New Day Dawns: Moving Towards Equal Legal Recognition for Same-Sex Families
By Joanna Radbord, paper presented to the Ontario Bar Association, March 28, 2007, and reproduced with permission.
Abuse in Lesbian Relationships & Lesbian Friendly Service
Saskatchewan Survey (2001-2002)
CBC News Interactive: Same-sex marriage in Canada
An interactive map with information on issues affecting same-sex couples, including adoption, support and inheritance.
Analysis and summary of a 2006 research project on on transgender and transsexual people’s experiences of inequality and discrimination in the UK.
Multicultural and Foreign Language Content
Facts and Myths About Anti-Homophobia Education
Developed for use in Vancouver schools to address homophobia and the well-being of LGBTT2IQQ youth. Available in Chinese and English.
Making School Safe for Everyone
"Making School Safe for Everyone" was developed for use in Vancouver schools and speaks of school safety with homophobia and racism in mind. Available in Chinese, English, Filipino, French, Korean, Punjabi and Vietnamese.
Questions & Answers for Parents and Family Members of Gay and Lesbian Youth
Developed by the Vancouver School Board Pride Advisory Committee in conjunction with community partner groups. Available in Chinese, English, Japansese and Korean.
Rainbow Families: Two Moms, Two Dads
Building Family Equity in Every Classroom
Same sex parents: Tips on advocating for your child in the classroom
COLAGE offers a diverse array of support, education and advocacy by and for folks with LGBT parents.
Opening Doors: Lesbian and Gay Parents and Schools
Comprehensive guide on supporting your child in the classroom. Produced by the Family Pride Coalition
Respect and Self Esteem: Talking to your Children About Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
A helpful guide for all parents who are looking for the "right words" to use when discussing sexual and gender diversity.Produced by the Lesbian Mothers Association of Quebec
An analysis for the American Academy of Pediatrics Board of Directors, July 2005.
The Family Pride Guide to Talking with your Children about Political Attacks on our Families (USA)
A guide to help families meet the needs of their children while facing public criticism against same-sex relationships and parenting.
BC Performance Standards - Social Responsibility: A Framework
BC Ministry of Education (2001)
BC Ministry of Education
Diversity in BC Schools: A Framework
BC Ministry of Education (2004 Edition)
Provincial Standards for Codes of Conduct Order
BC Ministry of Education
The issues addressed by this policy include bullying, homophobic acts and hate crimes and propaganda.
Gay and Lesbian International Sport Association
An international gay and lesbian sport association modelled after a multi-sport governing body. GLISA's members are international sporting federations, continental associations representing sport teams and clubs and host cities of GLISA's World Outgames.
A guide for young trans people in the UK
This booklet, by a group of young trans people aged between 15 and 22 in conjunction with Gendered Intelligence aims to offer information to young people so as to help clarify some of their questions and offer them language to express themselves.
Support for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, questioning youth and their allies
Addressing Homophobia in Manitoba Schools: Support for GLBT students; resources for teachers
I think I might be Transgender. Now what do I do?
NS Lesbian Gay and Bisexual Youth Project
Serving lesbian gay bisexual and transgender youth and their allies across Nova Scotia
The Gender Identity Research & Education Society (UK)
Information on how to explain gender development to pre-teens and teens. Enter site and click "Information for Schools".
A safe, harassment-free, equity-based environment where Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) youth can learn and earn academic credits
Youth Guardian Services is a youth-run, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides support services on the Internet to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, questioning, and straight supportive youth.
Youthsafe.net is the first project of the Youthsafe Resource Committee. As a committee we were formed to address the gaps in violence prevention services offered to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transsexual, transgendered and questioning youth in Alberta.
Towards a Better Understanding of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Persons in the Workplace. A publication of GLBT Pride@PCH and Parks Canada.
To Our Allies: Everything you've ever wanted to know about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans issues
Basic answers to basic questions: an excellent resource for allies in the workplace. Produced by the CAW for its union members.
Supporting GLBT Students in School
BC Teacher's Federation: Homophobia and Heterosexism
Addressing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues in schools
Beyond the Binary: A Tool Kit for Gender Activism in Schools
Is your school safe for guys who aren’t as masculine as other guys? Is your school safe for girls who aren’t as feminine as other girls? Is your school safe for youth who identify as transgender?
Creating Safe Schools for Lesbian and Gay Students
A resources guide for school staff
Facts and Myths About Anti-Homophobia Education
Developed for use in Vancouver schools to address homophobia and the well-being of LGBTT2IQQ youth. Available in Chinese and English.
Addressing Homophobia in Manitoba Schools: Support for GLBT students; resources for teachers
Making School Safe for Everyone
"Making School Safe for Everyone" was developed for use in Vancouver schools and speaks of school safety with homophobia and racism in mind. Available in Chinese, English, Filipino, French, Korean, Punjabi and Vietnamese.
STANCE against homophobic bullying
Materials that allow schools to understand, recognise and challenge homophobic bullying in school
The Alberta Teacher's Association
Creating Safe, Caring and Inclusive Schools for LGBTQ Students: A guide for counsellors
The Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network (USA)
Click "Educators" section for lesson plans, activities and resources for creating safer schools for GLBT students.
The Gender Identity Research & Education Society (UK)
Information on how to explain gender development to pre-teens and teens. Enter site and click "Information for Schools".
TransKids Purple Rainbow Foundation
Dedicated to funding research and education about transgender issues to build a brighter future for all TransKids. Our children aren't pink or blue - but rather - various shades of purple.
Understanding GLBT History & Culture
Collects, preserves, and interprets the history of GLBT people and the communities that support them
Online resources integrated with visual and textual resources in Queer Culture, Queer Theory, Queer Studies, Gender Studies and related fields
An introduction to trans issues suitable for parents, family members and friends, as well as employers, counselors and anyone else interested
Questions & Answers for Parents and Family Members of Gay and Lesbian Youth
Developed by the Vancouver School Board Pride Advisory Committee in conjunction with community partner groups. Available in Chinese, English, Japansese and Korean.
Respect and Self Esteem: Talking to your Children About Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
A helpful guide for all parents who are looking for the "right words" to use when discussing sexual and gender diversity.Produced by the Lesbian Mothers Association of Quebec
A support network for the parents of trans children