GLAD Law Resources for Trans Folks and Students
GLAD (GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders) Law has compiled a comprehensive list of commonly asked questions for transgender people in the wake of the 2024 election, as well as an overview of Maine's queer student rights. How can you prepare for potential healthcare...
Transgender Awareness Week & Day of Remembrance 2024
On November 28, 1998, a Black trans woman named Rita Hester was killed in Allston, Massachusetts. No arrests were made in her murder, and the case remains unsolved today. This is just one of the many stories of violence against transgender individuals over time. Trans...
An Overview of Maine’s Current Laws & Policies on LGBTQ+ Rights in Education
Here you can view, download, and print a comprehensive double-sided flyer with an overview of Maine's current laws and policies in regards to LGBTQIA2S+ students' rights. This is meant to be a quick reference guide on exact legal language for educators, as well as a...
Take GLSEN’s National School Climate Survey!
🌈 LGBTQ+ youth: make your voice heard! Are you over 13 years old and attended a middle or high school during the 23-24 school year in Maine, or anywhere else in the U.S.? Join us in shaping safer, more affirming schools. Take GLSEN’s National School Climate Survey and...
Music/Art
We had no idea how to pick from the countless LGBTQ+ musicians and artists! Here are some of the most popular ones from different generations. Frida Khalo Mexican, Bisexual, Painter. Gladys Bently Harlem Rennaissance, Blues Singer, Performer, Gender-Bending,...
World Languages
Language reflects culture. What are some customs and laws surrounding LGBTQ+ identities in places that speak the language you teach? What is it like to be LGBTQ? What are possible gender-neutral pronouns? Explore LGBTQ+ laws and customs What is it like to be LGBTQ+...
English/Language Arts
The list of LGBTQ+ authors and poets is endless. Here are some of our favorites, and ways of incorporating LGBTQ+ topics in writing prompts. Many popular young adult fiction are highlighting LGBTQ+ characters, so we also suggest asking students what they are reading...
Math & Computer Science
LGBTQ+ mathematicians and computer programmers helped invent key components of cell phones, artificial intelligence, and microchips. Math teachers can challenge gender norms and stereotypes in word problems.  Alan Turing The father of theoretical computer science...
History
What was it like to be LGBTQ+ during the Harlem Renaissance? What about during the Reagan administration? Before we had words such as transgender, what were ways people referred to themselves? Who are the people that helped establish LGBTQ+ rights and put LGBTQ+...
Science
Science class is a great place to explore diversity in the animal kingdom, discuss human chromosomes, and highlight some amazing scientists. LGBTQ+ scientists shaped our understanding of our modern world. It is important to remember that LGBTQ+ identities should...