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Building Inclusive Schools for Every Student | Birmingham News
Dr. Peter DeWitt, a leading voice for LGBTQ inclusion in schools, urges educators to create safe, supportive spaces where every student—especially those questioning their identity—feels seen and valued. He fiercely opposes exclusionary laws like Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill and advocates for keeping LGBTQ resources in school libraries. DeWitt emphasizes that teachers and counselors can be lifelines for students without supportive homes, recommending actions like forming Gay-Straight Alliances, using inclusive language, and displaying safe space symbols. He also calls for addressing racial…
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