LESSON OBJECTIVE: To explore the prevalence and diversity within the LGBT community
SUCCESS CRITERIA: To be able to identify the prevalence of the group within Australia, determination of individuals within the group, and how individuals vary within the group.
Category B Group: LGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ is an acronym that brings together many different gender and sexual identities that often face marginalization across society. The acronym stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, and the + holds space for the expanding and new understanding of different parts of the very diverse gender and sexual identities.
Watch the Edrolo link above for a brief introduction into correct terminology used to describe individuals within the group.
Discuss: Is there a misunderstanding of the group? Watch, then discuss "is it ok to be left handed" and put yourself in that position.
Watch the history of LGBTQ for understanding.
Why do you think it is difficult to get accurate records of the prevalence of LGBTIQ+ people in the community? Watch Courtney Act clip for an explanation
Discuss: What does it mean to be LGBTIQ+ in society?
When you hear the term LGBTIQ+ what do you think?
Do you think your thoughts are accurate?
Watch “im gay but i’m not…”
Student Activity:
Have a read of the fact sheets below and provide a snapshot of key findings
Watch Breeding fancy chooks. What impact would this have on an individual who was in this situation?