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LGBTQ
Following are resources available for use by faculty, staff, and volunteers regarding inclusion of LGBTQ+ youth and adults in 4-H. OSU has two Centers that provide information and guidance for accommodating and assuring that LGBTQ+ youth and adults feel welcome in 4-H. They are:
- “SOL” http://dce.oregonstate.edu/sol is a metaphor not an acronym. “Sol” is the Spanish word for sun. Like the sun, SOL: LGBTQ+ Multicultural Support Network acknowledges the intersection of all identities. We focus particularly on the intersection of sexuality and race/ethnicity. As the sun shines on us all, SOL’s purpose is to provide support for all of the intersections of identity.
- The Pride Center http://dce.oregonstate.edu/pc is a resource and a safe space for all members of our community to explore aspects of sexual orientation and gender identity in an open and non-judgmental atmosphere.
- This PowerPoint presentation was provided by Cindy Konrad, Director, OSU Pride Center, to faculty and staff via webinar in February 2016. It discusses using common language and focuses on ways to talk with volunteers about LGBTQ issues.
- The first thing that is needed when discussing LGBTQ+ issues is a common language to help with conversations. Following are some resources, that complement the PowerPresentation, that will help with language and conversations:
- Helpful terms for understanding gender identities.
- Helpful terms for understanding LGBTQ+ identities.
- Genderbread Person: provides an opportunity to reflect on your personal identity. It’s a fun way to explore your own identities.
- This PowerPoint presentation was provided by Cindy Konrad, Director, OSU Pride Center, to faculty and staff via webinar in February 2016. It discusses using common language and focuses on ways to talk with volunteers about LGBTQ issues.
These are additional webinars, educational programs, research articles, and speakers on LGBTQ+ topics:
- “Diversity Awareness Training for 4-H Camp” is a handout that was prepared by the Kansas 4-H Youth Development Program. It consists of short case vignettes used in workshops or individually that will encourage you to celebrate diversity and not cause harm to any party involved.
- This presentation was given by Cindy Konrad, Director, OSU Pride Center, to faculty and staff at the 2016 Spring Conference. It addresses including LGBTQ+ youth in 4-H programming, in particular camps. Including what camp leadership can do to make sure all campers have a safe and positive experience, how to handle questions from parents, and how to deal with special needs.
- “Health and well-being among rural LGBT persons - a new North Central Development Committee” webinar on May 17, 2016, by Jenifer K. McGuire: http://msuextensionconnect.org/p71stxmaqm2/
- Webinar from June 14, 2016 “Working with Extension Agents on LGBTQ Issues” is: http://msuextensionconnect.org/p9hcs63d19o/
- The Trevor Project has a workshop for educators, school counselors, nurses and youth group leaders that is designed for you to help young people with the challenges faced by LGBTQ people and how to respond to someone who may be in crisis. http://www.thetrevorproject.org/pages/lifeguard
- Study determines need of LGBTQ youth in rural areas. https://today.ku.edu/2016/05/06/study-determines-needs-lgbtq-youth-rural-areas-how-social-workers-communities-can-help
- There is also a dynamic speaker/trainer in Portland on this issue. She is the founder of Transactive. Her name is Jenn Burleton. She has direct experience working with youth. She recently won a county award for her work. Here is the link to her bio: https://www.transactiveonline.org/about/staff.php
Additional documents that may be helpful:
- One is the recent Oregon Department of Ed’s guidelines on transgender inclusivity titled, “Guidance to School districts: Creating a Safe and Supportive School Environment for Transgender Students”
- The other is the “Dear Colleague Letter on Transgender Students” from the Department of Justice and Office of Civil Rights about Title IX and transgender inclusion.
- Here is a site where people can order free all gender restroom signs: http://www.mydoorsign.com/all-gender-restroom-signs . The person to email to request them is: katelyn@smartsign.com .
There are a number of legal issues that come up with this topic. Here are some resources that may be of assistance:
- The case that mentioned trans youth and rooming on field trips http://www.nclrights.org/cases-and-policy/cases-and-advocacy/student-v-arcadia-unified-school-district/
- Other cases related to bathroom and locker-room facilities
- Legal organizations related to transgender rights
- Transgender Law Center http://transgenderlawcenter.org/
- Transgender Law and Policy Institute http://www.transgenderlaw.org/
- Sylvia Rivera Law Project http://srlp.org/
- Lambda Legal http://www.lambdalegal.org/
- National Center for Lesbian Rights http://www.nclrights.org/