Speaking the
unspeakable in forbidden places: addressing lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender equality in the primary school
This article
really opened my eyes to a culture I was aware that existed but never fully
understood. I think it’s important to accept every person for who they are no
matter what one’s skin color, sexual orientation, or gender is. I believe
someone is defined as a person for what is on the inside, for all the good people
can do.
In reading
this article, it made me aware of some of the hardships people of LGBT go
through that I didn’t realize. No one should have to hide their sexual orientation
because they fear they would lose a job or be judged. I feel in our society
today there are so many differences people have that there shouldn’t be
any judgments being passed.
“The
researchers within the project have spent considerable time exploring how it
might be possible to make safe spaces in which children can talk about
sexualities and difference, including the sexualities of their parents, their
parents’ friends, or indeed themselves.” – Allan raises a valid point here, it
is important for children as well as anyone who needs support to have “safe
spaces” in which they can go and talk. I think it’s very important for there to
be open communication. Whether it be for support or helping others learn about LGBT . Children should be taught about what LGBT is so they can form their own opinions and understandings. Children see it in their everyday lives so why not be open with them about what they are seeing instead of trying to hide it from them? If children are more educated about what is around them they will understand more and ask the right questions. They will grow up with open minds, and hopefully they wont live in a society where people are, "denied or forced out of a job because of sexual orientation."
The link
below is an article I found on, “Legacy Walk honors LGBT “guardian angels”. It describes
a walk as "the world's only outdoor museum walk and youth education
program dedicated to combating anti-gay bullying by celebrating LGBT
contributions to history." I think this article is a good read and relates to Allan's article.
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