Activism, Advocacy, and Allyship: Empowering LGBTIQA+ Voices in Education

Free 90-minute online webinar using Zoom aimed at supporting education practitioners and leaders to empower their learners to advocate for themselves and their rights.

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Part of the Pride in Education free webinar series autumn term 2024 sponsored by Pearson UK

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This 90-minute workshop aims to empower LGBTIQA+ students by amplifying their voices, supporting student-led activism, and equipping educators with practical resources. Participants will explore strategies for fostering a more inclusive and supportive school environment, building effective allyship among staff and students, and driving meaningful change within educational communities. Through discussions and actionable insights, this session will provide educators with the tools needed to support LGBTIQA+ students and cultivate a culture of acceptance and advocacy.

Outcomes, Aims, and Objectives:

Empowerment of LGBTQIA+ Students:
- Outcome: Participants will leave with an understanding of how to amplify and support LGBTQIA+ student voices in their schools.
- Objective: Learn strategies to encourage student-led initiatives and create a supportive environment where LGBTQIA+ students feel empowered to advocate for themselves and others.
Support for Student-Led Activism and Advocacy:
- Outcome: Participants will be equipped to guide and support student-led activism in their schools, promoting leadership and agency among LGBTQIA+ students.
- Objective: Identify practical steps to encourage and sustain LGBTQIA+ student advocacy efforts, while ensuring they are safe and effective.
Provision of Resources for Educators:
- Outcome: Educators will gain access to resources and tools to effectively support LGBTQIA+ students and implement inclusive practices within their schools.
- Objective: Provide participants with curated resources, guidelines, and case studies on promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in the classroom and beyond.
Fostering Allyship Among Staff and Students:
- Outcome: Participants will understand the importance of allyship and leave with strategies to cultivate strong allies within their school communities.
- Objective: Develop practical approaches to educate and engage both staff and students in active allyship, creating a unified front for LGBTQIA+ inclusivity.

By the end of the session, educators will be better equipped to create safe, inclusive spaces where LGBTIQA+ students can thrive and lead the way towards positive social change.

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The Lineup

Hannah Lownsbrough (she/her)

Hannah has over 20 years experience working in the non-profit sector, both in the UK and internationally. Until November 2019 she was Executive Director of SumOfUs, a digital first organisation campaigning internationally to curb the power of corporations.
Previously, Hannah has worked for other campaigning organisations including GetUp, Stop Climate Chaos and 38 Degrees, where she was the first Campaigns Director in the founding team.
Hannah also has wide experience as a coach, trainer and facilitator. She taught in higher education at the University of Westminster and for training organisations within the campaigning and non-profit sector.
Hannah has served in governance roles for a variety of organisations, including community groups, non-profits, social enterprises and schools. Recently she was Co-Chair of AllOut and she remains a board member. She is also a governor of the Viridis Federation of schools in Hackney, London.