Schools are increasingly being called upon to include and support transgender students. Recognizing that this can seem daunting or overwhelming, Schools In Transition offers practical guidance and field-tested tips for all stakeholders to work together planning and supporting a transgender student through a transition at school. The guide is geared toward the needs of all students, kindergarten through twelfth grade, and incorporates recommendations that will allow schools to tailor those plans to the particular circumstances of the student and … [Read more...]

“ ‘While we’ve come a long way, LGBT inequality and hate crimes are still very real today,’ Josue, a close friend of Matt’s herself, said in a statement. ‘Parts of Matt’s story are unfortunately still very much a part of young people’s realities.’ “ Read the full article in LOGO … [Read more...]

The Way He Looks (2014) - A new classmate transforms the daily life of a blind teenager who longs for independence and disrupts his relationship with his best friend. For the Bible Tells Me So (2007) - This documentary examines the ways in which conservative Christian groups have used -- and sometimes exploited -- scripture to deny human rights. Bridegroom (2013) - This timey documentary tells the story of Shane Bitney Crone, who finds himself without marriages legal protections when his same-sex partner dies. Call Me Kuchu (2012) - This … [Read more...]

Mixed reviews on PBS's intimate look at the struggles and choices facing transgender kids and their families. View the full episode on PBS.org Interested in learning more about this episode of Frontline? You can read  “Growing up trans: Six teens open up about discovering who they really are” in The Globe and Mail … [Read more...]

“A quiet revolution underpins the weekend’s historic victory for LGBT rights. This revolution has gone on among Ireland’s young people, with tens of thousands having the confidence to come out all across the country.” Read the full article in The Irish Times … [Read more...]