The Teachers’ Gathering provides teachers who are interested in LGBT Inclusive Education the opportunity to contribute to the continued implementation of this work in Scotland. The event allows teachers the chance to network with other professionals, see examples of practice currently being taught in the classroom and, through interactive workshops and collaborative working, consider how they can apply this work to their own setting.
Teachers’ Gathering 2023
This month we successfully hosted our second annual Teachers’ Gathering. Over 40 early years, primary and secondary practitioners from across Scotland joined us in Glasgow for a day of showcasing, discussion and networking in the field of LGBT Inclusive Education.
It felt very reassuring that as a school, we are on the right track! It was inspiring to see what other colleagues have been working on during the showcase.
The networking opportunities were also fantastic - it meant that we could meet other educators with the same values as well as discuss practical ideas and next steps."
The day began with an LGBT Inclusive Education Showcase from our Programmes and Delivery Officers, as well as teachers from Castleton Primary School, Anderston Primary School, Dunblane High School and Prestwick Academy. This session allowed teachers to share their experiences of LGBT Inclusive Education, including using Our Resources in their own classrooms. This was followed by a networking session to allow all attendees the chance to meet and create professional connections. The third session brought teachers together to work collaboratively through exercises that used the LGBT Learning Themes to consider how they may include these in their classroom.
This was an excellent event: first-class organisation and pre- event info; presentations from educators that were practically helpful as well as inspiring; opportunities for teachers to connect and collaborate; a good mix of 3-18 practitioners; a non- hierarchical space for people to feel connected as part of a wider movement of change and to be part of the solutions."
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