How to be an Ally
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Gender and Sexuality
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Human sexuality is a nuanced topic and students may be presented with conflicting information. Teens today want to talk about this subject, and the role of the teacher is to facilitate the discussion in an educational and progressive manner.
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Storyboard Description
How to be an ally for the LGBTQ community
Storyboard Text
- KNOWLEDGE
- I have to go, but thanks for listening!
- LISTEN
- I'm not sure how to say this...
- Looking into other issues facing the LGBTQ community is a sign of a great ally. Be a resource to others when needed.
- No problem. I'm going to look up some stuff online. See you in class.
- Being there to listen is a simple way to be a good ally. You may be the only person they feel comfortable coming to.
- Just try, I'm all ears.
- JUDGEMENT FREE
- HOW TO BE AN ALLY
- RESPECT
- Everything you just told me stays with me.
- Keeping an open mind when someone is opening up to you is important. An effective ally is actively thinking about the effect of phobias on LGBTQ individuals.
- I feel so much better that I was able to talk to someone about this!
- If someone is coming out or opening up to you, an ally is someone who respects confidentiality. Assume that this person wants you to know only.
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