Big Gay Adventures in Education: Supporting LGBT+ Visibility and Inclusion in Schools

Big Gay Adventures in Education is a collection of true stories by 'out' teachers, and students of 'out' teachers, all about their experiences in schools. The book aims to empower LGBT teachers to be the role models they needed when they were in school and help all teachers and school leaders to promote LGBT visibility and inclusion. The contributors range from trainee teachers to experienced school leaders and leading figures from the community across the LGBT spectrum, as well as LGBT students whose lives were improved by having an openly LGBT teacher. Each story is accompanied by an editor’s note reflecting on the contributor’s experience and the practical implications for schools and teachers in supporting LGBT young people and ensuring they feel safe and included in their school communities. Compiled by the co-founder and director of LGBTed, the inspiring stories in this book are essential reading for LGBT teachers and allies. Let’s be the role models we needed when we were at school and show our students that they can be successful and happy as an LGBT person.