The resources below will help support teachers in ensuring all learners are represented, included and welcome in the classroom
Support for LGBT+ young people can be found both within and outwith the school. In the school we have established an Equalities the pupil group. LGBT Youth Scotland also offer support to LGBT young people, this included a digital youth work server on Discord, in person youth groups and 1-1 support meetings with a youth worker. To find out more use the link below
Looking to celebrate LGBTI+ identities? See the cultural calendar linked below for important dates around inclusion such as LGBT History Month, Pride Month and International Womens Day
Further resources including lesson plans and activities can be found at the two websites below:
https://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/resources/
Youth Groups
A number of LGBT+ youth groups run across Scotland, find your local youth group using this link – https://www.lgbtyouth.org.uk/groups-and-support/find-local-youth-groups/
Digital Youth Work
LGBT Youth Scotland offer a wide variety of online support to young people.
This includes a digital chatline for young people (see image), a Discord server for youth groups for LGBT young people to connect and 1 to 1 online support sessions. Young people can use these services directly or a referral can be made by emailing: info@lgbtyouth.org.uk
Many other organisations have useful information and helplines for LGBT+ young people:
