111. Why Ignoring Queer Narratives in Curriculum is Holding Education Back

Teaching While Queer: Advocacy For LGBTQ Folks In Schools & Education To Live & Work As Your Authentic Self

What happens when a queer educator faces bias in the classroom while teaching the stories that matter most?

From confronting homophobic threats to fostering transformative conversations about respect and empathy, this episode sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of teaching inclusivity. If you’ve ever wondered how personal identity intersects with education or how storytelling can drive social change, this episode is for you.

In this episode, you will:

• Discover how to turn a student's bias into an opportunity for growth and allyship.
• Learn about the challenges of incorporating queer narratives in curriculum and how they resonate with students.
• Find inspiration for the future of education, inclusivity, and the transformative power of storytelling.

Tune in to hear Shea King’s powerful insights on creating inclusive classrooms and using theater to spark empathy and change.

The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer 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 gay, lesbian, bisexual, , transgender, asexual, aromantic, agender, two-spirit, and non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community.

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