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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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Illuminating the Queer Educator's Journey: Autumn Sundt on Identity, Challenges, and LGBTQ Visibility in Schools
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Ever wondered how being queer intersects with teaching high school science? Listen in as Autumn, a non-binary educator, shares their journey from discovering asexuality to embracing a non-binary identity.
In today's episode, we explore Autumn's experience navigating identity discovery amidst teaching biology and forensic science. Their story sheds light on the challenges and rewards of being visibly queer in an educational setting, offering insights into the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ acceptance in schools.
Through today's conversation you will:
- Discover how Autumn's journey from asexuality to embracing a non-binary identity impacted their role as an educator.
- Learn about the complexities of teaching biology while advocating for inclusive education on gender and sexuality.
- Gain valuable tips for queer educators on navigating visibility and acceptance in school environments.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of LGBTQ+ representation in education and how visibility shapes classroom dynamics. Listen now to hear Autumn's powerful story and insights into fostering inclusive spaces in schools.
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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. Illuminating the Queer Educator's Journey: Autumn Sundt on Identity, Challenges, and LGBTQ Visibility in Schools (00:00:00)
2. Teaching While Queer Podcast Conversation (00:00:05)
3. Dealing With Queer Visibility in Education (00:11:35)
4. Concerns in Education and LGBTQIA+ Support (00:29:07)
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