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Grade 8: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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Grade 8: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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Grade 9: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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Grade 9: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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IB: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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IB: International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9xvkCa63Js&feature=youtu.be&disable_polymer=true

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The third gender of 'Fa'afafine' has always existed within Samoan society, and when translated literally means 'in the manner of' ( fa'a) 'woman' ( fafine). Fa'afafines have a very specific role in Samoan society, an interesting contrast to transgenderism in Western society, which is yet to be widely accepted.

The recognition of this third gender is not a recent occurrence: Pre-Christian Samoans accepted and acknowledged that every individual, man or woman, had a separate role in society. Hence, it is still acceptable today for a male child to be feminine, for example. Boys who display marked effeminate behavior in childhood are recognized to be Fa'afafines and are fully accepted within their families and society.

It is difficult to classify the concept of the Samoan third gender in the terms of Western culture. These societies often misuse or do not fully understand categories such as 'transgender', 'homosexual' and 'transvestite', all of which were created to classify males and females. The Samoans reject many of these terms; Fa'afafines identify themselves as a separate gender. The Fa'afafines cannot simply be termed homosexual, since in addition to having a completely separate gender identity, they have a varied sex life which may be with another man, woman or Fa'afafine. Within Samoan society, tolerance of all individuals and their likes, dislikes and choices is of high importance, and from a young age children are not pushed to conform to particular gender roles in the same way Western children generally are.

Memoirs of a Samoan, Catholic, and Fa'afafine is a valuable read for a better understanding of Fa'afafine life within Samoan culture. In this, we see the story of Vanessa, a Fa'afafine born of Catholic missionary parents, and his upbringing in the American Samoan Territory of the United States. During these years he outlines his struggle to come to terms with his sexuality and gender, and the ways in which he contributed to society.

Also read about the Samoa Fa'afafine Association here, and the American Samoa Fa'afafine Organization here.

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The third gender of 'Fa'afafine' has always existed within Samoan society, and when translated literally means 'in the manner of' ( fa'a) 'woman' ( fafine). Fa'afafines have a very specific role in Samoan society, an interesting contrast to transgenderism in Western society, which is yet to be widely accepted.

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ONE Archives Foundation

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The ONE Archives Foundation partners with UCLA Center X and the Los Angeles LGBT Center to host the Professional Learning Symposium for Teachers at ONE Archives at the USC Libraries for cohorts of K-12 teachers from the greater Los Angeles area.

To learn more about this education initiative, please visit our webpage by clicking here.
Image credits, in order:

PRIDE leads a demonstration at the Black Cat in Silverlake, c. February 1967. Advocate Records, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries.

Half length portrait of Bayard Rustin, c. 1965. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division, New York World-Telegram and the Sun Newspaper Photograph Collection. Stanley Wolfson, photographer.

50 Members of ACT UP/Los Angeles zap Cedar-Sinai Hospital for lack of an AIDS ward, c. March 1989. ACT UP/Los Angeles Records, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries. Chuck Stallard, photographer.

Portrait of Audre Lorde, c. 1984. Stephen Stewart Photographs, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries. Stephen Stewart, photographer.

Flyer for "Nationwide March for Human Rights", c. Coalition for Human Rights (Los Angeles) Records, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries.

Gay Liberation Front protest on the streets, c. June 1970. Gay Liberation Front Los Angeles records, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries.

Holiday party of the early Mattachine Society, c. 1950s. Harry Hay Papers, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries. James Gruber, photographer.

Harvey Milk riding atop a car in the San Francisco Gay Pride Parade, c. 1978. Pat Rocco Photographs and Papers, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries. Pat Rocco, photographer.

Photograph of two WWI soldiers. Ralph W. Judd Collection on Cross-Dressing in the Performing Arts Collection, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries.

Jim Kepner and the Los Angeles Daughters of Bilitis at Gay Pride, c. 1971. Christopher Street West Association Collection, ONE Archives at the USC Libraries.

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LGBTQ Lesson Plans - ONE Archives Foundation

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The ONE Archives Foundation partners with UCLA Center X and the Los Angeles LGBT Center to host the Professional Learning Symposium for Teachers at ONE Archives at the USC Libraries for cohorts of K-12 teachers from the greater Los Angeles area. To learn more about this education initiative, please visit our webpage by clicking here .

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For inclusive student groups

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Make rainbow Pride flags that make your classroom a safe space.

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To properly kick off LGBTQ Pride Month, Hallmark Designer Jessie L. gathered some creative friends in the Think.Make.Share workshop to make their own rainbow flag, banner, or pennant. There are very few things more cheery than a table full of colorful felt-and a big plate of pride flag cookies.
Happy Pride Month, readers! Throughout the month of June, members of the LGBTQ community and their allies have a lot to celebrate. Sure, you'll find me wearing a rainbow pin on my denim jacket any time of the year, but I also love that I'm able to celebrate loudly and proudly for an entire month with my friends and family. Pride Month means a lot to me because it allows me to reflect on those who have come before me and paved the way for many of my liberties, and it reminds me of all the things that I can continue to work toward for future generations. And that gives me so much to celebrate!

We have a lot to be proud of at Hallmark. We value diversity in our workforce as well as in the product we put out on the shelves. We have a great line of LGBTQ-inclusive product that speaks to all types of relationships and occasions. From serious to cheeky, the cards recognize how important it is for people of all genders and sexual orientations to connect with those they love.

Using felt, fabric, yarn, and a whole lot of hot glue, we created our own mini rainbow masterpieces to hang at our desks or in our homes to show that we can't contain our pride!

Make your own flag and hang it with ease. Sure, you could sew it together-but using hot glue makes it faster, and lets you focus on the design instead of the assembly.

DIY Rainbow Flag Supplies

Fabric for your flag or banner (cotton or muslin works great-you can glue or stitch hem along the edge to keep it from fraying)

Felt

Scissors and/or craft knife

Hot glue and gun

A wooden dowel a little longer (or wider) than your fabric

String

(Precise measuring is not necessary...that's my kind of craft.)

The design of the flag is up to you: Make rainbows out of arches, stripes, or pennants. Add words-we used proud, love, and yay- and hearts or other simple shapes.
Pro-tip: Be sure to leave space on an edge of your flag to wrap around the dowel. About an inch will do.
Hanging your Rainbow Flag

Turn your flag upside down and center the dowel rod about an inch down from one edge-there should be an inch or more sticking out of either side.

Run a bead of glue underneath the dowel. Fold the edge of the fabric over the dowel and press down into the glue. (Be careful! Don't burn your fingers.)

Tie one end of your string to one side of the dowel. Decide how much hanging space you want at the top, then snip the string and tie the other end to the other side of the rod.

Now, go show off your pride, and tell us something you're proud of in the comments below.
For more DIY pride accessories, check out our friendship bracelets and keychains. And download our rainbow digital wallpapers. Photography: Ty Hester

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Rainbow flag DIY for LGBTQ Pride Month - Think.Make.Share.

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To properly kick off LGBTQ Pride Month, Hallmark Designer Jessie L. gathered some creative friends in the Think.Make.Share workshop to make their own rainbow flag, banner, or pennant. There are very few things more cheery than a table full of colorful felt-and a big plate of pride flag cookies.

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Happy Pride! June is the official month of Pride to recognize the achievements of LGBTQ+ people.

As art educators, we can take this time to examine our curriculum and highlight different LGBTQ+ artists and issues.

By providing positive representation of all people, you will create an inclusive learning environment for everyone. If you're interested in learning more, check out the article, How to Be an Ally to Your LGBTQ+ Students, and dive into the Celebrating Diversity Through Contemporary Art PRO Learning Pack.

Of course, there are many LGBTQ+ artists you could share with your students, including Keith Haring, Andy Warhol, and Frida Kahlo. Beyond these household names, there are several others you could add to your existing curriculum. As always, be sure to preview work to make sure it is appropriate for your students.

Here are 5 LGBTQ+ Artists You Should Know

1. Rachelle Lee Smith

Rachelle Lee Smith is an excellent artist to introduce to your students when discussing photography. Even with younger students, much of her work is easily accessible with universal themes. Her book, Speaking OUT: Queer Youth in Focus, features photo essays showcasing LGBTQ+ youth. The portrait subjects write or draw directly onto the photographs of themselves. The work is genuinely inspiring and speaks directly to students who may share similar experiences.

Art educators could introduce Smith for a portrait photography lesson, use of composition, lighting, altered photography, and more. She would also be a great artist to include for a class critique, allowing students to practice describing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating art. The fact that Smith allows her subjects to alter the photograph raises an aesthetic debate of who becomes the artist, the photographer or the subject, or both?

2. Lisa Congdon

Lisa Congdon is an incredible illustrator with work ranging from abstract paintings to line drawings to hand lettering. While her work is not overtly about the LGBTQ+ experience, many of her illustrations include quotes about courage and authenticity to be yourself.

Congdon has published several books your students may find inspirational. Titles like A Collection a Day, and Whatever You Are, Be a Good One, can motivate creative thought and practice. Art Inc. The Essential Guide for Building Your Career as an Artist may be a great resource or graduation gift to your senior art students.

Art educators can use Congdon's A Collection a Day series to inspire creative drawing prompts, or still life drawing exercises. She would be a great illustrator to include when introducing the use of text the in graphic design. Students could choose a quote to illustrate, and look to Congdon as an artist to help them see one artist's unique approach to inspire their own.

3. Kehinde Wiley

Kehinde Wiley has become one of the most famous contemporary artists of our time. His grand portraits of men are painted to challenge the gaze and the role of masculinity in our culture. Wiley's work is inspired by art history and references the poses of several old masters paintings.

Wiley's work is an amazing example of an artist looking to the past for inspiration. Art educators could share his work during any portrait unit to analyze his use of paint, pattern, light, etc. Students could create their own portraits in his style of referencing the old masters and incorporating contemporary fashion and design.

4. Mickalene Thomas

Mickalene Thomas is a contemporary artist who is known for her use of mixed media paintings. Thomas incorporates rhinestones, acrylic paint, and enamel to depict portraits of African American women and celebrities. Her work addresses issues of race, gender, and sexuality. She is influenced by artists like Carrie Mae Weems, Henri Matisse, and Romare Bearden.

Thomas would be a great artist to introduce along with any pop art unit or to share as an example of a contemporary mixed-media artist. Students could add unique materials as Thomas does, to create their own pop art portraits.

5. Robert Rauschenberg

Robert Rauschenberg was a prolific artist who may be best-known for his Combines. He also worked as a painter, printmaker, photographer, and performance artist.

Not only would Rauschenberg's life serve as inspiration for students to experiment and excel in a variety of artistic processes, but his work can also inspire specific projects in your classroom.

Students could collage images from popular culture to express their personal feelings, or comment on social or political issues. Rauschenberg's famous silkscreen, "Retroactive I" reflects on the iconic imagery of the 1960s, such as John F. Kennedy and an astronaut. Likewise, students can reflect on their own visual culture by looking to Rauschenberg as an artistic blueprint.

Celebrate Pride Month by incorporating some LGBTQ+ artists into your curriculum this school year! LGBTQ+ individuals have made a significant impact throughout history, particularly in the arts. As art educators, we can celebrate these figures in our classroom and share them with students to create a truly inclusive curriculum.
Which LGBTQ+ artists do you share with your students? How are you celebrating Pride Month?

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5 LGBTQ+ Artists You Should Know - The Art of Education University

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Happy Pride! June is the official month of Pride to recognize the achievements of LGBTQ+ people. As art educators, we can take this time to examine our curriculum and highlight different LGBTQ+ artists and issues. By providing positive representation of all people, you will create an inclusive learning environment for everyone.

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LGBTQI+ Germany: Pride And Being Queer In Germany | Meet the Germans