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Step 1: Join and share our Facebook Group

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Step 1: Join and share our Facebook Group

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Soon, our Facebook Group name will change
From
“International School Educators - LGBT+ and Allies”

TO:
“Our Purple Couch - The Learning Hub for Gender & Sexuality at Int’l Schools”

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International School Educators - LGBT+ and Allies has 820 members. International School Educators LGBT+ and Allies. In order to be admitted, please answer the questions that are required for...

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Step 2: Instagram - Follow and share @our.purplecouch for updates and learning.

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Step 2: Instagram - Follow and share @our.purplecouch for updates and learning.

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Follow @our.purplecouch on Instagram to share our learning and growth in Gender and Sexuality Education at International Schools in a visual way that can reach others learning to take the same steps. This will be a private account for international school educators. To join, click on the photo and scan the QR code to follow.

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Step 3: Submit a Review - LGBTQ+ Inclusive International Education. Share this website with your colleagues.

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Step 3: Submit a Review - LGBTQ+ Inclusive International Education. Share this website with your colleagues.

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As we grow, it is important that we use ourselves as our safest resources to assist new. experienced veteran educators in making safe decisions in their next post. Submitting a review is quick, simple, and anonymous. Your dedication to share information will help educators make informed decisions about the LGBT+ climates at international schools.

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Submit a Review | LGBTQ+ Inclusive International Education

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Step 4: Twitter: Follow and share @ourpurplecouch1 - space to share and retweet best practices in Gender and Sexual Health Education at International Schools

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Step 4: Twitter: Follow and share @ourpurplecouch1 - space to share and retweet best practices in Gender and Sexual Health Education at International Schools

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Stay up to date on current events and relevant content to Gender and Sexuality topics applicable at International Schools.

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Step 5: Bookmark and Share “Our Purple Couch - The Learning Hub for Gender and Sexual Health Education at International Schools.

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Step 5: Bookmark and Share “Our Purple Couch - The Learning Hub for Gender and Sexual Health Education at International Schools.

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Bookmark this website to your favorites in order to stay connected with trends, new understanding, and possible events. The website is in development https://ourpurplecouch.wordpress.com/

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Step 6: Bookmark and Share “Purple Couch Thinking - JC Picazo’s Personal Blog” a public journey of thinking and inspiration to take the right steps in Gender and Sexual Health Education.

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Step 6: Bookmark and Share “Purple Couch Thinking - JC Picazo’s Personal Blog” a public journey of thinking and inspiration to take the right steps in Gender and Sexual Health Education.

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When I get into brainstorming mode I tend to write a lot! I thought it would be great to share some of the inspiration I receive personally in order to build The Purple Couch Learning Hub. This will be more of a personal journal which I am choosing to share publicly.

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Step 7: Learn and share more about the LGBTQ+ consultancy  Emily Meadows offers for International Schools.

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Step 7: Learn and share more about the LGBTQ+ consultancy  Emily Meadows offers for International Schools.

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Emily Meadows is an LGBTQ+ Consultant for International School Schools. In her formative years, Emily attended AAS in Moscow and the American School of Paris. More info below:

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LGBTQ+ Consultant for International Schools

I help international schools craft and implement culturally-sensitive, inclusive LGBTQ+ and gender equity policy and practice so that educators are confident and competent supporting all students in their care.

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I have developed inclusion standards, referenda, and trainings for professional organizations such as the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), The Fulbright Commission, the Association for International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC), and the American Psychological Association (APA).

My consulting services provide school leadership, faculty, parents, and other stakeholders with the information and skills necessary to create more equitable schools for all children, including LGBTQ+ students. I work with an emphasis on policy and interventions that are effective, research-based, and sensitive to the local cultural context. My approach is non-judgemental, and I specialize in socially-conservative contexts and supporting educators who are new to concepts of gender equity and LGBTQ+ diversity.

ABOUT ME

Experienced. International. Trustworthy.

I grew up attending international schools, and have worked in this field since 2003. I am American by nationality, but feel at home in the international community. I tailor my work specifically for this unique audience.

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My research and consulting focus is on inclusive school policy and practice for LGBTQ+ students. In addition to a PhD, I hold a Master of Education degree in International Counseling, a Master of Health Science degree in Sexual Health, a Graduate Certificate in College Counseling, and a Graduate Certificate in LGBT Health Policy & Practice.

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I have worked worldwide as an educator and counselor, holding positions at The American School of Paris, The American School of Kuwait, and Hong Kong International School, and I currently work as a teaching assistant for the George Washington University Graduate Program in LGBT Health Policy & Practice.

SERVICES

Professional. Supportive. Thorough.

EMPLOYMENT & CLIENTS

American Psychological Association & National Association of School Psychologists. (2020). Resolution on gender and sexual orientation diversity in children and adolescents in schools. Contributing author, Manuscript in publication.

Meadows, E. & Shain, J. (2020). Supporting gender & sexual minority students in conservative school communities In Sprott, R. & Lytle, M. (Eds.) Walking the Walk: Addressing Gender and Sexual Orientation Diversity in Schools from Primary Education to College. Manuscript in publication. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association Books.

Meadows, E. S. (2019). "That would never work here": Overcoming 'context paralysis' on behalf of gender & sexual minority students worldwide In Wiseman, A. W. (Ed.) Annual Review of Comparative and International Education 2018, 287-305. Bingley, United Kingdom: Emerald Publishing.

Meadows, E. (2018). Sexual Health Equity in Schools: Inclusive Sexuality and Relationship Education for Gender and Sexual Minority Students, American Journal of Sexuality Education, 13(3), 297-309.

Meadows, E. (2016). LGBTQ+ Considerations in International Schools In Blakeney, K. (Ed.) Teaching Overseas: An Insider's Perspective (p. 55-56). Scotts Valley, California: CreateSpace.

Meadows, E. (2015). Resetting the bar: Solution-focused scaling for young children in international schools In Hogan, D. (Ed.) Solution Stories from Asia: Adapting Solution Focused Practice in Asian Contexts (p. 150-155). London, United Kingdom: Routledge.

Meadows, E. (2016 - Present). Author and blogger for The International Educator.

RESULTS

CONTACT & SPEAKER REQUEST

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LBGTQ Consultant for International Schools | Emily Meadows

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LGBTQ+ Consultant for International Schools I help international schools craft and implement culturally-sensitive, inclusive LGBTQ+ and gender equity policy and practice so that educators are confident and competent supporting all students in their care.

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Step 8: Listen, Learn, Share Tricia’s “Be a Better Ally” podcasts.

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Step 8: Listen, Learn, Share Tricia’s “Be a Better Ally” podcasts.

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Tricia Friedman has been conducting podcasts with members of our FB group to share their experiences as educators. Tricia comes with IB experience from the US, China, Thailand, Ukraine, and Morocco.

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Tricia Friedman has worked as an IB MYP/DP educator in The United States, China, Thailand, Ukraine, Morocco, Indonesia, Switzerland, and Singapore.

Tricia is also a proud former Peace Corps Volunteer.

Currently, she consults and produces content for Shifting Schools.

Tricia lives in beautiful British Columbia with her wife, and their puppy.

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Tricia Friedman has worked as an IB MYP/DP educator in The United States, China, Thailand, Ukraine, Morocco, Indonesia, Switzerland, and Singapore. Tricia is also a proud former Peace Corps Volunteer. Currently, she consults and produces content for Shifting Schools. Tricia lives in beautiful British Columbia with her wife, and their puppy.

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Step 9: Learn and share about the UK is implementing Curriculum Inclusion

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Step 9: Learn and share about the UK is implementing Curriculum Inclusion

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The curriculum is divided into the following categories:

-Expressive Arts
-Health and Wellbeing
-Literacy
-Modern Languages
-Mathematics
-Religious and Moral Education
-Sciences
-Social Studies
-Technologies.

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Step 10: Learn more about building a Gender and Sexuality Alliance. Do you have a GSA at your school? We want to hear from you!

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Step 10: Learn more about building a Gender and Sexuality Alliance. Do you have a GSA at your school? We want to hear from you!

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Read about the journey of The American Embassy School’s GSA and how you and your team can start yours.

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LibGuides: Gender and Sexual Diversity at AES: Home

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Step 11: Get familiar with GLSEN and share helpful resources with your colleagues.

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Step 11: Get familiar with GLSEN and share helpful resources with your colleagues.

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GLSEN is a US based organization established in 1990 ensuring that LGBTQ students are able to learn in a school environment free from bullying and harrassment. Click below for their calendar and other helpful links:

Develop Supportive Educators: https://www.glsen.org/develop-supportive-educators
Comprehensive Policies: https://www.glsen.org/pass-implement-comprehensive-policies
Inclusive Curriculum https://www.glsen.org/inclusive-curriculum
Supporting Student GSA’s: https://www.glsen.org/support-student-gsas

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Step 12: Get Familiar with the Trevor Project. Share this resource with your school counselor!

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Step 12: Get Familiar with the Trevor Project. Share this resource with your school counselor!

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Read about how NFL Player, Carl Nassib, involvement with the Trevor Project. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/2021/06/22/the-trevor-project-thanks-nfl-player-carl-nassib-for-living-his-truth-supporting-lgbtq-youth/

The Coming Out Handbook https://www.thetrevorproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Coming-Out-Handbook.pdf

Non Binary Youth: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/2021/07/13/the-trevor-project-research-brief-diversity-of-nonbinary-youth/