Two men were stabbed in a homophobic attack in Merseyside yesterday. The attackers were three children aged 12-15.
This is just one reason why we need education and information in schools about LGBT people and relationships.
Read the article HERE
Let Children Be Children
New guidance for Relationships Education (Primary Schools) and Sex and Relationships Education (Secondary Schools) has been passed by Parliament.
The guidance requires schools to inform and educate children about different relationships including same sex relationships. This is important to reflect reality, the society we live in and principles of equality and inclusion.
It should be remembered that some children are LGBT. They deserve equal recognition, support, understanding and visibility in schools.
Let children be children. All of them.
LGBT Teaching In Schools Event 3rd April 2019
This is a public meeting. Everyone is welcome. An opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification and find out what is really happening with LGBT teaching in schools (primary or secondary).
The event is hosted by Jeremy Hoad, Levenshulme Pride.
FORMAT
The format is an open conversation with contributions from various people and representatives to enable an informed and inclusive discussion.
PARTICIPANTS
Everyone is welcome to attend. Contributors to the discussion include:
- Carl Austin-Behan (LGBT Adviser to the Mayor of Greater Manchester)
- Paul Martin (CEO, LGBT Foundation)
- Chloe Cousins (The Proud Trust)
- Jay Lanyon (National Education Union Teachers’ Union)
- NASUWT Teachers’ Union
- Paul Fairweather (LGBT Historian, campaigner & former Councillor)
- Manchester Parents Group
- Councillor Bev Craig (Burnage Ward, LGBT Women Lead)
- Councillor Julie Reid (Gorton and Abbey Hey Ward)
- Peter Cookson (Former Councillor, Gorton South and LGBT Men Lead)
EVENT DETAILS
DATE & TIME
Wednesday 3rd April, 19.00 start
VENUE
Levenshulme Old Library
Cromwell Gove
Levenshulme
Manchester
M19 3QE
Organised by Levenshulme Pride
No Outsiders: LGBT teaching in schools Public Meeting
Over the last few weeks there have been demonstrations at Parkfield School in Birmingham with people objecting to any LGBT content in the curriculum. The specific programme objected to is run under the banner of “No Outsiders”. It covers a wide range of topics such as race, ethnicity, religion, identity, safety and different families a well as an understanding of LGBT people in the community. The overall theme is difference and diversity and all topics are taught in an age appropriate way.
This week a post was shared on Facebook about a meeting held at a business in Levenshulme also objecting to “LGBT being taught” in local schools. Videos and material posted showed a clear lack of understanding about what is being taught in schools as part of pupils’ personal development. The fact such a meeting has taken place with completely false allegations being made has caused considerable consternation and even fear in our community. That is not acceptable.
To counter the misinformation being spread in our community we will be organising a public meeting so people can better understand the reality of the situation and not rely on incorrect rumours being spread.
Levenshulme is a multicultural home to people with all kinds of beliefs. The mutual support, tolerance and understanding within our community must not be undermined by ignorance and groups attacking each other. That can only lead to tensions, distrust and fear.
Levenshulme Pride is the largest community Pride in Manchester. We strive to be inclusive and welcoming to all regardless of any personal characteristic. Levenshulme Pride also strives to celebrate the diversity and difference within our community. Challenging misconceptions and promoting equality and respect for all LGBT people is at the heart of what we do. We started in response to a homophobic attack and we will continue to resist attacks on the LGBT community through celebration, community cohesion, information, education and acts of inclusion and understanding.
Further information and details of the meeting will be announced as soon as arrangements are confirmed.