Support LGBTQI Youth as Anti-LGBTQI Violence Rises

Our research at IGLYO continues to show that us young people and children who are LGBTQI, or are perceived to be, experience higher rates of discrimination, violence and bullying in schools. This deeply impacts our wellbeing and mental health, as well as our ability to succeed. Safe and inclusive schools and learning environments as well as protective legislation are essential to guarantee our fundamental right to Education.

With this in mind, we just released the Third Edition of our LGBTQI Inclusive Education Map and Index. This interactive tool scores 49 countries in the European Region based on how inclusive their education systems are for LGBTQI youth and students.

Each country is scored according to a set of 10 indicators. For instance, does the country have in place any anti-bullying policies or national action plans to protect LGBTQI learners? Do the country’s laws protect against discrimination in schools? Are learning environments inclusive for trans and intersex learners? Are LGBTQI topics included in the school curriculum? Do teachers and educators receive mandatory training on LGBTQI topics? And more.

Our map also highlights best practices implemented by governments and civil society across Europe, offering concrete inspiration for action, whether you’re a policymaker, an educator, or an activist.

You can access the IGLYO Education Website & Map on https://education.iglyo.org.

We extend a massive thank you to everyone who contributed and supported this crucial piece of research. Together we are paving the way towards safer and more inclusive learning environments for LGBTQI youth.

Links:

• Access IGLYO's New Education Website