This toolkit, created by Inclusive Learning Partnership, provides guidance on using respectful, inclusive language for 2SLGBTQ+ identities in educational settings. It covers key terms, inclusive practices for representation and belonging, and clarifies what inclusive education is not.
This digital toolkit, created by Inclusive Learning Partnership, is designed for educators seeking to create 2SLGBTQ+ inclusive learning environments. It focuses on the power of language and practical steps for inclusion.
The document explains the 2SLGBTQ+ acronym as an umbrella term for Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, and other diverse identities. It emphasizes that language is a powerful tool for recognizing and respecting diverse identities, families, and experiences.
It provides example phrases for educators, such as asking for a student's name, pronouns, and words for their family. The toolkit defines 2SLGBTQ+ inclusive language as using respectful terms without assumptions about gender, identity, relationships, or family structure.
The toolkit outlines what 2SLGBTQ+ inclusive education includes: representation of diverse identities in books and curriculum, use of inclusive language, and creating a sense of belonging for all students. It also clarifies what it is not: it does not require students to disclose identities or replace family perspectives.
The resource is copyrighted by Inclusive Learning Partnership and is intended for individual educational use, not for resale or distribution without permission.