Bullying & LGBTQ
Homophobic bullying is any bullying act that is targeted for a person based on a persons "actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity."[1]
"Among the findings of the 2009 Canadian Climate Survey on Homophobia:
59 per cent of LGBTQ high school students reported they were verbally harassed, compared to seven per cent of non-LGBTQ students.
25 per cent of LGBTQ students indicated being physically harassed due to their sexual orientation, compared to eight per cent of non-LGBTQ students.
31 per cent of LGBTQ students reported personal harassment on the internet or via text messaging, compared to eight per cent of non-LGBTQ students.
73 per cent of LGBTQ students reported they felt unsafe at school, compared to 20 per cent who did not.
51 per cent of LGBTQ students reported they did not feel accepted at school, compared to 19 per cent of non-LGBTQ students." [2]
LGBT YOUTH TALK 1-800-567-3247
As a teacher, you can creata a safe environment for your students. Let them know that they are safe in your classroom and can come to you for support.