Educational Wednesdays: This is a Free Gender Zone - Ep. 03

Episode 3

If school is indeed a microcosm of society, how does it ultimately introduce children and adolescents to what awaits them later in their adult lives as LGBTQI+ or non-LGBTQI+ persons? What is the Trevor Project, and how can it support the entire educational system? How can school become a safe space for every vulnerable student? From bullying and violence to simple and daily practices of acceptance and inclusion, and from the lesson of sex education, which should be foremost “learned” by teachers, to the lesson of love.

Talking openly about all the issues, and all genders

Visit the ONASSIS CHANNEL on YouΤube or onassis.org to watch three educational episodes seeking to raise awareness and familiarize viewers with concepts and realities that define our lives. Fears, worries about handling things right, “difficult questions,” insecurities when it comes to dealing with your team or class or family – you’ll find answers to all these things here.

This is a discussion ONASSIS STEGI started having years ago. One sparked by the “I’m Positive” initiative, which seeks to raise awareness and combat stigma in all its forms. We stand with children, with their parents and teachers, and are working to ensure respect is shown for self-identification. We support all those calling for schools “open to all children” and free from all discrimination.

Parents and teachers, join this informative, awareness-raising discussion that just might change the world for a child – even for just one, it’s worth it.