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Teaching While Queer: Advocacy For LGBTQ Folks In Schools & Education To Live & Work As Your Authentic Self
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How LGBTQ Educators Can Overcome Shame to Embrace Their Identity Authentically in Schools
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to navigate identity and acceptance in the teaching profession? Join us as Michael Gagnon shares his journey as a gay high school English teacher in Connecticut.
Michael’s story highlights the challenges of self-acceptance and societal judgment, reflecting broader issues of inclusion and empathy in education today. His experiences shed light on the impact of personal authenticity in teaching and learning environments.
Through our conversation you will:
- Gain insights into overcoming personal and societal shame to embrace identity authentically.
- Understand the importance of empathy and inclusivity in education and society.
- Learn strategies to foster open and supportive environments for LGBTQ+ individuals and educators.
Discover the powerful impact of embracing authenticity in education. Listen now to gain valuable perspectives and insights that can transform your understanding and approach.
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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.
Chapters
1. How LGBTQ Educators Can Overcome Shame to Embrace Their Identity Authentically in Schools (00:00:00)
2. Teaching While Queer (00:00:05)
3. Teaching Authenticity and Educator Challenges (00:13:39)
4. Education, Politics, and Targeting Teachers (00:21:11)
5. Parent-Child Relationships and Supporting LGBTQI+ Students (00:33:35)
6. The Importance of Parent-Teacher Communication (00:40:14)
7. Teaching While Queer (00:49:15)
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