Ian Timbrell and Shane Leaning talk about range of topics related to LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, including the challenges faced by school leaders, the importance of representation in literature, and strategies for handling difficult conversations. The discussion highlights the need for inclusive practices and the impact of local representation on students' identities and experiences.

Takeaways

• The challenges faced by school leaders in addressing LGBTQ+ topics and the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context of these challenges.
• The significance of representation in literature and the impact of inclusive materials on students' identities and experiences.
• Strategies for handling difficult conversations related to LGBTQ+ inclusion, including the use of scripts and the importance of standing by the school's values and policies.
• The impact of local representation on students' understanding of diversity and the need for inclusive role models and events in school curricula.

Links

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Ian on X/Twitter: @ITimbrell

This episode is supported by the International Curriculum Association. Click here to Register for The International Curriculum Conference 2024

Thank you for tuning in, and as always, if you found this episode useful, please share your experience. You can find me online on X (@leaningshane), and LinkedIn. My website is shaneleaning.com and email address is shane@shaneleaning.com.

About the host

Shane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports international schools globally. He co-founded Work Collaborative and hosts the chat-topping school leadership podcast, Global Ed Leaders. Previously, he worked as Regional Head of Teaching Development for Nord Anglia Education. Passionate about empowering educators, he is currently co-authoring 'Change Starts Here.' As a CollectivEd Fellow, Teacher Development Trust Associate, and TEDx speaker, Shane has extensive experience in the UK and Asia and is a recognised voice in international education leadership. Learn more at shaneleaning.com.

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