Information for Students

SOGI-Inclusive Education: Information for Students

Schools are responsible for proactively creating safe, inclusive learning environments for all students. Because we know from research and experience that students can only learn when they feel safe at school, it is our responsibility to ensure that one of our most vulnerable student populations--our 2SLGBTQ+ youth--is welcomed visibly, represented in curriculum and school events, and protected by policies such as the Safe and Caring Schools 9410.2 Regulation. 

If you have questions about SOGI, or if you are 2SLGBTQ+ and looking to connect with others, or to educate and advocate within your school, there are people and resources to help you. Please talk to your SOGI Lead staff member (ask your administrator), a teacher with a rainbow or SOGI 123 sticker, or any adult you feel safe with. If you feel concerned for your safety, please report harassment to PSST now.

Resources

• SOGI - PSST (Safe Schools) - Report homophobic / transphobic bullying and verbal or physical harassment.
• Kids Help Phone - call or text for support around 2SLGBTQ+ issues
• "How Do I Tell my Parents?" parents booklet - a guide from Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (FFLAG)
• Start a GSA at your school - GSA Start-up
• Trans Rights BC - know your rights as a trans person in education.

Community Resources

• Qmunity Support Groups
• Sher Vancouver - support groups and counselling for 2SLGBTQ+ South Asian youth, their families, and allies.
• TransCare BC Gender Basics & Education