New Welcoming Schools Resources

Produced by the HRC Foundation

Welcoming Schools has released brand new resources to help educators, students and families to support inclusive schools.  

Ongoing attacks and rollbacks of protections for LGBTQ+ students and educators are leaving school communities in confusion. Be prepared this all school year long by downloading Welcoming Schools resources on recent SCOTUS decisions impacting LGBTQ+ students, tools to activate local school boards, student organizing and well-being guides and more. Stay informed and empower school communities with Welcoming Schools. 

Confronting Censorship in Our Schools

A companion guide to “School Boards Matter,” focused on protecting inclusive education and resisting censorship at the school board level. Whether you’re a parent, educator, student, or ally, we hope you find information and tools you can use to help keep your school safe, welcoming, and inclusive for everyone

We’ve developed a collection of resources for both educators and families, including faculty explainers on recent court rulings and guides for parents navigating school district policies. Our goal is to provide clear, practical tools that help ensure every student can thrive in school.

Title Summary Link to Resource
School Boards Matter The tools within this guide will help you advocate for inclusive policies for LGBTQ+ and all students at the school board level. Read the Guide
Mahmoud v. Taylor School Stakeholder Explainer Here is what staff and leadership need to know to be prepared for any complications resulting from the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling. Read the Guide
Transgender Youth Losing Access to Healthcare: What Educators Need to Know The Supreme Court’s ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti is a significant roadblock and setback for children in the United States. For school staff, here’s what’s important to understand. Read the Guide
Organizing GSAs in Challenging School Climates Building community allows LGBTQ+ students and allies to thrive, here are some ideas for organizing while staying informed and assessing the risks. Read the Guide
Community Care is Self-Care Tapping into community care is a great way to take care of yourself. In this guide, we’ll share ways to find and build that community support. Read the Guide
Thriving in College: Navigating LGBTQ+ Resources and Support This guide highlights ways LGBTQ+ students can navigate campus life and thrive. Read the Guide
Making the Grade: How to Find an LGBTQ+ Inclusive School District Think of this as your study guide for choosing the right district. With the right information, you can ensure that your school truly makes the grade. Read the Guide

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