VISIBLE AND VITAL: PROTECTING TRANSGENDER AND NON-BINARY YOUTH

According to the 2019 National School Climate Survey, 84% of trans students felt unsafe at school because of their gender. Compounded with issues of racism, transgender youth of color are more likely to be subjected to racial discrimination than their cisgender peers.

In This Session

We will read a true, teen-written story about being a young trans person and discuss how to create a healthy environment for trans and non-binary students to thrive. We will review key terms like cisgender, transgender, gender queer, and nonbinary, as well the impact racism has on education and a student’s sense of belonging. Participants will leave the session with a deeper understanding of trans and non-binary students and actionable steps they can take to support them.

REAL STORIES. REAL CHANGE.

Youth Communication is on a mission to elevate teen voices to create real change. Through the power of true stories, written by youth who have been systemically marginalized, we create more supportive and successful learning communities.