Supporting LGBTQ+ Young People and Families
All young people—including LGBTQ+ youth and children of LGBTQ+ families—have the right to safe, affirming and inclusive schools; on this point, responsible adults agree. But currently, discriminatory laws and censorship policies across the country are targeting LGBTQ+ young people and families, erasing their histories and experiences. In our newest resource page, we’ve compiled numerous materials to help you support LGBTQ+ youth and families, as well as to understand, teach and celebrate LGBTQ+ history, stories and perspectives.
Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights and Inclusion
A Refuge for LGBTQ+ Young People
Queer America Podcast
Universal Design for Learning: Inclusive Education
Learning spaces are often designed as if all of us were alike, but our communities are rich in diversity, including a range of abilities and needs. By focusing on making spaces, content and learning activities accessible to those with disabilities, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can benefit all learners while creating more equitable and inclusive educational experiences.
Applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Supports Inclusive Education
Disability Is Diversity
Confronting Ableism on the Way to Justice
Women’s Rights Are at Risk Now—Not Just Historically
The struggle for equality and justice for all women is not relegated to history; it is the lived experience of women today in the United States and around the world. Our newest resource page, published in recognition of Women’s History Month, offers a variety of articles, texts and other resources to help discuss and uplift both the history of and the ongoing struggle for women’s equality.
Celebrate Women’s History Month by making a commitment to discuss, teach and learn about women’s rights and history, past and present, all year long.
Women’s Rights—Women’s History
The Women’s March: Protest and Resistance
A More Complete Women’s History
Get Inspired with Freedom Rider Charles Person
In fall 2023, Charles Person, the youngest of the 13 original Freedom Riders, generously opened his home for a conversation with Learning for Justice. We are honored to share with you a video excerpt from that conversation wherein Person recounts parts of his story, imparts wisdom and offers suggestions for ways people can engage in justice movements.
This conversation is the first in a series of interviews with veterans of the Civil Rights Movement.
Charles Person: Freedom Rider Encourages Others To Get On Board
Teaching the Civil Rights Movement
Discuss Black History All Year Long
Learning Honest History and Celebrating Diversity
We can teach young people the honest history of the United States in age-appropriate ways and help them understand commonalities across cultures to develop a strong sense of self and identity as they honor diversity. To support these conversations and learning experiences, we offer parents, caregivers and educators teaching strategies, talking points and activities.