Research has demonstrated more anti-LGBTQ+ bias and discrimination in rural school settings compared to urban schools. The proposed narratology study seeks to retell the schooling experiences of rural, LGBTQ+ youth.
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Objectives:
- Learn how anti-LGBTQ+ bias and discrimination affect the psychological and educational wellbeing of students in rural communities.
- Understand what supports rural LGBTQ+ students want, what in their schools is working well for them, and what stressors exist.
- Engage in social justice work by advocating for inclusive policies and procedures designed to include and protect LGBTQ+ students.