Big Gay Adventures in Education

<p><em>Big Gay Adventures in Education</em> is a collection of true stories by 'out' teachers and students of 'out' teachers all about their experiences in schools. The book aims to empower LGBT+ teachers to be the role models they needed when they were in school and help all teachers and school leaders to promote LGBT+ visibility and inclusion. </p><p>The contributors range from trainee teachers to experienced school leaders and leading figures from the community across the LGBT+ spectrum as well as LGBT+ students whose lives were improved by having an openly LGBT+ teacher. Each story is accompanied by an editor’s note reflecting on the contributor’s experience and the practical implications for schools and teachers in supporting LGBT+ young people and ensuring they feel safe and included in their school communities.</p><p>Compiled by the co-founder and director of LGBTed the inspiring stories in this book are essential reading for LGBT+ teachers and allies. Let’s be the role models we needed when we were at school and show our students that they can be successful and happy as an LGBT+ person. </p>