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"What is intersectionality and what does it have to do with me?"
Intersectionality, n.
The interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender, regarded as creating overlapping and interdependent systems of discrimination or disadvantage; a theoretical approach based on such a premise. (Oxford Dictionary)
The Importance of Intersectionality
Intersectionality is a framework for understanding how interdependent and multidimensional social identities at the individual level, such as race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality, are shaped by interlocking systems of privilege and oppression at the societal level, such as heterosexism, cisgenderism, and racism (Crenshaw, 1991).
This intersection of identities may, in turn, present distinct stressors for some LGBTQ youth compared to others, and minority stress may be most persistent and problematic for youth who occupy multiple marginalized social positions (Cyrus, 2017).
2022-Child-Mind-Institute-Annual-Report.pdf2024-unpacking-grind-culture-in-american-teens_final-updated-for-web.pdfHow to Stop Your Mind from Playing Tricks on You.pdfSome Key Protective Factors for LGBTQ Youth Suicide
Social Support and Acceptance from Adults and Peers
Having at least one accepting adult can reduce the risk of a suicide attempt among LGBTQ young people by 40 percent.
A 2021 peer-reviewed study by The Trevor Project’s researchers, published in Transgender Health, found that transgender and nonbinary youth who reported gender identity acceptance from adults and peers had significantly lower odds of attempting suicide in the past year.
LGBTQ youth who report high levels of social support from family and friends are significantly less likely to attempt suicide compared to those with lower levels of social support.
Affirming Spaces and Activities, Especially at School
The Trevor Project’s research has found that LGBTQ youth who reported having at least one LGBTQ-affirming space had 35% reduced odds of reporting a suicide attempt in the past year — the strongest association being with LGBTQ-affirming schools.
LGBTQ youth who report the presence of trusted adults in their school have higher levels of self-esteem (Dessel et al., 2017) and access to supportive peers is protective against anxiety and depression, including among those who lack support from their family (Parra et al., 2018).
Schools also offer youth the ability to participate in extracurricular activities and clubs, which have been found to promote positive youth development (Eccles et al., 2003). The presence of Gender and Sexualities Alliances (GSAs) has been found to significantly reduce the risk for depression and increase well-being among LGBTQ youth and young adults (Toomey et al., 2011).
Talking with kids about hate crimes.pdfComing-Out-Handbook.pdfintersectional-conversations-1.pdf"What Anti-Racist Teachers do Differently"
14 Black Writers and Activists Providing Insight:
Recommended reading, resources, podcasts, etc. that addresses racism, gender/sexual orientation inequality, history, current events
Teaching Tolerance:
This site is designed with teachers/school staff in mind but has wonderful information that could help answer personal questions and promote awareness and discussions with friends and family
10 Ways to be an Ally and a Friend: recommendations for LGBTQ+ allies
How to Support LGBTQ Youth
Project Implicit:
Implicit (unconscious) association tests on a variety of topics - becoming aware of our own biases helps us grow
Working with Bias in the Heat of the Momen.pdfPanic Attacks and How to Treat Them.pdfWhat are Pronouns and Why do they Matter.pdfHRC_ACAF_Pronouns_101_(1).pdfTrauma_Report_2022.pdfTeen Mental Health.pdfRecognizing Ourselves in Community - a meditation
"In our lives we are embedded in community in many ways that are obvious and not so obvious. And we are being shaped and formed by those communities we engage with. What if we were equally shaped by our own intentions within those communities, collectives, groups of more than one other human being? "
What to Eat for Optimal Mental Health.pdfCiultivating Attention.pdfFinding Connection.pdf
2020_TeenSupplement.pdfFeeling Overwhelmed.pdf
What is Social Anxiety Kids with Social Disorders Child Mind Institute.pdfTips for Getting a Good Start.pdfPage updated
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