64. How You Can Push Through LGBTQ Attacks in Conservative Schools and Maintain Your Authenticity

Teaching While Queer: Advocacy For LGBTQ Folks In Schools & Education To Live & Work As Your Authentic Self

Ask A Queer Educator

Ever wondered how to navigate being queer while teaching in a school? Listen in as Barb MacWilliam shares her journey and challenges as a queer middle school teacher.

Barb's experience highlights the complexities of being a queer educator, from navigating personal identity to fostering inclusivity in the classroom amidst societal and institutional challenges.

Through our conversation you will:

• Discover how Barb's personal journey shapes her approach to teaching and advocacy.
• Learn strategies for creating safe and inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA+ students and educators.
• Understand the importance of supportive policies and communities in educational environments.

Ready to learn how to create a more inclusive classroom? Tune in to gain insights from Barb's experiences and start transforming your educational space today.

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The podcast explores the challenges and successes of LGBTQ representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community.