Cultural & Global Issues

Gay rights demonstration at the Democratic National Convention, New York City

Abstract:

This image shows a gay rights demonstration in New York City in 1976. What do you see in this image? How have things changed since this image was taken?

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Learn More About Primary Sources
Source:

Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources

Author:

Leffler, Warren K.

Published:

July 11, 1976

LGBTQIA+ Studies: A Resource Guide

Abstract:

This guide provides access to Library of Congress resources that tell the history of the LGBTQ+ community in America. What tactics have LGBTQ+ activists used to advocate for change?

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Source:

Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources

Author:

Library of Congress

Published:

April 10, 2020

Teachers’ Perceptions of Bullying of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) Students in a Southwestern Pennsylvania Sample

Abstract:

This study was designed to ascertain teachers’ perceptions of bullying of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) youth.

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Source:

National Center for Biotechnology Information

Author:

Jered B. Kolbert, Laura M. Crothers, Matthew J. Bundick, Daniel S. Wells, Julie Buzgon, Cassandra Berbary, Jordan Simpson, and Katherine Senko

Published:

May 28, 2015

Talking About Suicide and LGBT Populations

Abstract:

This infographic provides facts about suicide and LGBT people, as well as ways to talk about suicide safely and accurately—and in ways that advance vital public discussions about preventing suicide among LGBT people and supporting their health and well-being.

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Source:

Movement Advancement Project

Author:

Ann P. Haas, PhD, and Andrew Lane, MSEd

LGBT youth share stories with GLAAD about being bullied

Abstract:

The Hetrick-Martin Institute is a non-profit organization that serves the needs of LGBT youth. This YouTube video features interviews of the LGBT young people about their experiences being bullied.

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Source:

GLAAD

Author:

Hetrick-Martin Institute

Erasure and Resilience: The Experiences of LGBTQ Students of Color

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A series of reports on LGBTQ students of color that examines the school experiences of Black LGBTQ youth.

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Source:

GLSEN Research Institute

Author:

Nhan L. Truong, Ph.D., Adrian D. Zongrone, M.P.H., and Joseph G. Kosciw, Ph.D.

The Trevor Project Model School Policy

Abstract:

This modular, adaptable document will help educators and school administrators implement comprehensive suicide prevention policies in communities nationwide.

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Source:

The Trevor Project

Author:

Christine Moutier, M.D. and Doreen S. Marshall, Ph.D.

Schools Struggle to Support LGBTQ Students

Abstract:

This article shares recent research that shows the majority of teachers want to help LGBTQ students but don’t always know how.

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Source:

Edutopia

Author:

Emelina Minero

Published:

April 19, 2018

New Study Reveals Shocking Rates of Attempted Suicide Among Trans Adolescents

Abstract:

This short article shares statistics and resources from a study recently published by the American Academy of Pediatrics on levels of attempted suicide among transgender youth.

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Source:

Human Rights Campaign

Author:

HRC Staff

Published:

September 12, 2018