Using Inclusive Virtual Backgrounds is Essential to the Success of LGBTQ and other Marginalized Youth
Post submitted by Dr. Vincent “Vinnie” Pompei, Director of the Youth Well-Being Program and Andi Salinas, Manager of the Youth Well-Being Program
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LGBTQ+ Youth
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Supporting Our Bi+ Youth This Bisexual Awareness Week
In August, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the national Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance results for 2019. The data follow a disturbing but unsurprising trend that HRC has…
Every Child Deserves An Inclusive School Environment
Post submitted by Cheryl Greene, Director of HRC Foundation’s Welcoming Schools Program
New CDC Data Shows LGBTQ Youth are More Likely to be Bullied Than Straight Cisgender Youth
CDC Releases National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance Results
HRC Foundation Welcoming Schools’ Understanding Racism Book List and Lesson Prompts
On the last Wednesday of every month, check back here to see brand new lesson prompts to go with one of the books on our book list.
A New Resource for School Social Workers on Supporting LGBTQ Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The resource addresses the emerging issues specific to LGBTQ youth that are now using online platforms to connect with students.
Welcoming Schools Wednesdays: Activities and Resources for Inclusive Learning at Home
Each week while most students are out of school due to COVID-19, HRC Foundation's Welcoming Schools will offer a book and a related activity adapted from our teacher lesson plans…
Supporting Your Child's Mental Health During COVID-19
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the HRC Foundation released a pair of resources to help parents and other family members promote the emotional well-being of their children.
HHS Rule Would Remove Sexual Orientation Data Collection from Federal Child Welfare Reporting System
Post submitted by Viet Tran (he/him/they/them), former HRC Press SecretaryThe final rule would abandon data collection on the sexual orientation of youth in foster care and foster and adoptive parents…
A New Resource for Educators on Supporting LGBTQ Students During Distance Learning
HRC Foundation teamed up with the National Education Association to create an educator checklist to support LGBTQ students during distance learning.
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