Recent Blog Posts: Schools

  • Creating Safe LGBTQ+ Spaces In and Out of the Classroom: A Guide for Parents
    Community, connection, and, importantly, fun, are essential to maintaining the resilience needed to create real change. Learn how you can create safe, inclusive spaces in and out of the classroom.
  • Inclusive Schools: Advocacy 101
    There are many ways to advocate for change and create a world where your children are celebrated and respected.
  • Advocating for Your Family in the Classroom: Starting the Conversation
    Advocating for LGBTQ+ families and youth in the classroom begins with effective communication and preparation.
  • Equality Florida v. DeSantis, A Case Timeline
    A timeline of the “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” law that would seek to erase inclusive safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people in Florida public schools.
  • Advocating for Classroom Inclusion: Navigating Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay and Trans” Settlement
    While the recent settlement in Florida put limits on their infamous "Don't Say Gay and Trans" law, the journey toward complete inclusion in the classroom continues. Here's what you need to know.
  • Book Bans: How Parents Can Take Action
    We're seeing a growing number of book bans targeting material about race, gender, and sexuality. Learn how you can take action.
  • LGBTQ+ Parents Navigating Challenges in School
    Family Equality is launching a new virtual peer support space for LGBTQ+ parents of school-aged children facing challenges in the classroom — and here's why!
  • Know Your Rights: Title IX for LGBTQ+ Families
    Title IX is a powerful tool for LGBTQ+ families to safeguard your rights and protect against discrimination.
  • There’s More to This Story: Book Bans from a Librarian’s Point of View
    This National Library Week, a librarian reflects on the impact of book bans, “Don’t Say Gay and Trans,” and other attempts at erasing LGBTQ+ history.
  • How LGBTQ+ Parents Can Support Their Youth in School
    As an LGBTQ+ parent or caregiver, how can you ensure that the young people in your life feel supported at school?
  • Outspoken Voices Podcast
    59 | LGBTQ+ Parents and Allies Navigating Race in Schools
    In today's episode, we talk with LGBTQ+ parents and allies raising children of color in Texas.
  • LGBTQ+ Inclusive Schools: 6 Things to Watch For
    Wondering if your child's school is LGBTQ+ affirming? An educator shares six easy things to look for to see if your school is LGBTQ+ friendly!