https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v Resources for librarians to utilize to better support the LGBTQ+ youth in our schools. en-us 2021-10-20 16:55:40 UTC 2021-10-20 19:37:10 UTC hello@padlet.com racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831104544 The Trevor Project is the world's largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. The website features an informational resource center for students to learn more about sensitive topics such as mental health and gender identity. There are also several helpful articles about how to best support LGBTQ+ individuals that staff members can read and learn from.]]> 2021-10-20 17:10:03 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831104544 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831149382 The Stonewall Book Award is awarded to books that display exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience. It is critical that LGBTQ+ students are able to find experiences that reflect their own in the books they read. Librarians can refer to the Stonewall Book Awards list to ensure that their libraries include outstanding books that LGBTQ+ students can see themselves in.]]> 2021-10-20 17:26:04 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831149382 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831223602 MyPronouns.org is a resource dedicated to the empowering and inclusive use of personal pronouns. Using a student's correct pronouns is a small but impactful way to showcase your support for LGBTQ+ youth. This website provides many practical tips for librarians, staff, and students to utilize if they have questions about why pronouns matter and how to manage any mistakes that may be made.]]> 2021-10-20 17:51:27 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831223602 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831253455 The ACLU has curated a list of many resources that apply to a variety of topics such as the legal rights of LGBTQ+ youths, how to start a Gay-Straight alliance, and how to manage bullying/harassment. Librarians and educators can refer students to this list of resources if they are having a specific problem or simply view the resources themselves to learn more about LGBTQ+ issues.]]> 2021-10-20 18:02:11 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831253455 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831273047 It Gets Better Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ youth. This website is a great resource to refer to students who may be struggling with depression, bullying, or non-supportive families. There are several videos they can watch of actual LGBTQ individuals sharing their own stories and how they managed to love and celebrate themselves.]]> 2021-10-20 18:09:35 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831273047 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831299671 Learning for Justice provides free resources to educators to help them create inclusive school communities where all children are respected and valued. Librarians can highlight many of the lesson plans and professional development opportunities featured on the Learning for Justice website to the school community. Empowering educators to incorporate inclusive lessons into their practice will create a better school environment where LGBTQ students are understood and supported.]]> 2021-10-20 18:20:02 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831299671 racheltraut https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831483450 GLSEN is a national network of educators, students, and local chapters that works to ensure every student has the right to a safe, supportive, and LGBTQ+ inclusive education. GLSEN has an excellent array of resources for students and educators, including lesson plans, educator guides, and student action resources. The website also provides a number of opportunities for students to get involved in activism.]]> 2021-10-20 19:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/racheltraut/qd1pbfqdr7mzh60v/wish/1831483450