Understanding and Supporting Transgender & Gender Expansive Students

Explore the complexities of gender identity and expression through a presentation focusing on breaking down traditional gender norms, learning where gender rules are derived, and examining societal influences on how we perceive gender. The content delves into the intersection of biological sex, gender roles, gender identity, and sexual orientation, providing valuable insights for creating inclusive and supportive environments for transgender and gender expansive students.

• Gender identity
• Transgender support
• Gender norms
• Inclusivity
• Sexual orientation

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1. SUPPORTING TRANSGENDER AND GENDER EXPANSIVE STUDENTS NJAAP School Health Conference October 19, 2022 * Nadeen Herring, blaq noyz, LLC in partnership with C.H.O.P., Gender and Sexuality Development Clinic CONFIDENTIAL--THE INFORMATION CONTIANED IN THIS PRESENTATION IS CONSIDERED CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY 1

2. DO NOW Free-writing is an exercise in flowing thought , where the intention is for you to not overthink on a particular subject. You will be shown a word or phrase. For ONE minute, you are to write every thought that comes to mind without stopping until time is called. Don t worry about sentences or even making sense. Just write. CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 2

3. DO NOW (CONTINUED) TRANSGENDER CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 3

4. BREAKING IT ALL DOWN Sex biologically defined Gender & Gender roles socially constructed Gender identity how an individual sees oneself as a gendered being Sexual orientation how an individual describes their attraction to others Gender Identity Sexual Orientation CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 4

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6. WHERE DO WE LEARN THE RULES ABOUT GENDER? Share and discuss: What are messages you received about gender while growing up from your parents/family? Where else do we receive messages? CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 6

7. BEYOND THE GENDER BINARY CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY

8. GENDER IS ALL AROUND US Often receive our first messages about gender at a young age Messages may embody stereotypes or challenge such stereotypes Influenced by social norms CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 8

9. TRADITIONAL BINARY IDENTITY MODEL Biological sex Male Female Gender Identity Man Woman Cisgender Sexual Orientation Attracted to Women Attracted to Men Heterosexual CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 9

10. TERMINOLOGY Transgender Umbrella term Often refers to individuals whose gender identity does not align with their gender assigned at birth *Note that transgender does not have an ed at the end Gender Non-Binary/Creative/Fluid Goal of having fluidity of gender and/or blending of gender identities and expression Pronouns She/her, He/him, They/theirs www.mypronouns.org CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 10

11. INCLUSIVE IDENTITY MODEL Biological Sex Male Intersex Female Gender Identity Man Non-Binary Woman Gender Expression Masculine Fluid/Creative Feminine Sexual Orientation Women Men Both Neither Other CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 11

12. HONORING THE MOMENT OF SHARING Thank you for sharing that with me! Can you tell me what that means for you? How can I incorporate this into our work together? CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 12

13. CREATING GENDER INCLUSIVE AND AFFIRMING EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 13

14. FOCUSING ON GENDER Consider your language Use students versus boys & girls Reduce gendering of skills & abilities See how often you use a pronoun instead of someone s name Consider your classroom Un-gendering activities or grouping Representations of all genders succeeding Examples of LGBTQ people in lessons CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 14

15. ELEMENTARY LEVEL SUPPORT Emphasize and protect rights of all children to be themselves Tie gender into values of kindness and respect CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 15

16. LGBTQ FAMILY INCLUSION LGBTQ individuals are students, parents, siblings, colleagues, loved ones Create inclusive environments for ALL family systems Activities: Family Tree, Parent/Child Dances/Events Responding to That s so gay CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 16

17. MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM SUPPORT Critically examine gender roles and messages (now and throughout history) Build allies and advocacy CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY 17

18. SUPPORTING TRANSGENDER STUDENTS NJ DOE Guidance: https://nj.gov/education/students/safety/s andp/transgender/ Names and Pronouns Official record vs Public Use Facility Access Confidentiality and Privacy 18

19. RESOURCES Websites www.mypronouns.org www.genderspectrum.org http://www.lgbtsocialwork.com/lgbt- basics.html https://www.glaad.org/transgender Books Gender Born, Gender Made The Transgender Child / The Transgender Teen https://pflag.org/resource/transgender- reading-list-adults 19

20. RESOURCES 1stbook in Life..According to Z children s book series Topic: true chronicles (from a child s perspective) of a family s trauma and triumphs after the child shares that he s transgender Age appropriate for ages 5 thru adult Written by mothasistah (nadeen herring) Purchase on website: https://mothasistah.com 20

21. LESSON PLAN IDEAS Math: Diversify examples in word problems Science: Gender Inclusive Biology https://www.genderinclusivebiology.com/ English/Language Arts: highlight books written by LGBTQ+ folks and/or have LGBTQ+ characters Health and Sex Education: https://wwww.genderspectrum.org/articles/pub erty-and-health-ed Social Studies/History: https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/content/ two-spirits_map-html/ Lesson plans and online support groups: https://www.genderinclassrooms.com/ 21

22. LANGUAGE RESOURCES Stay up to date on how language is evolving: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2 019/12/15/guide-how-gender-neutral- language-is-developing-around-world/ Spanish, Arabic, Hebrew, German, French, and Swedish 22

23. RESOURCES Set up Google Alerts (ie: transgender schools) Schools in Transition Guide: https://www.aclu.org/report/schools- transition GLSEN: http://www.glsen.org/ Gender Spectrum: https://www.genderspectrum.org/ HRC Welcoming Schools: http://www.welcomingschools.org/ Trans Educators Network: https://www.transeducators.com 23

24. EVALUATION Thank you for letting us support your school! 24

25. CONTACT INFORMATION Gender & Sexuality Development Program Philadelphia, PA Voorhees, NJ genderclinic@chop.edu 25