The coming out guide
A guide for young people, sharing advice on what to do if someone comes out as LGBTQ+.
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This guide explores some of the terminology and concepts associated with the LGBTQ+ community, before sharing suggestions and advice on how to react if someone comes out to you.
Using this resource
This resource is designed for:
- Young people aged 11 to 13
- Use by individual students
Curriculum links
England - RSHE |
Respectful relationships, including friendships By the end of secondary school pupils should know: · how stereotypes, in particular stereotypes based on sex, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability, can cause damage (e.g. how they might normalise non-consensual behaviour or encourage prejudice) |
Northern Ireland – Learning for Life and Work |
Diversity & Inclusion KS3 pupils should have opportunity to: · Investigate ways in which individuals and groups express their identity |
Scotland – Health and Wellbeing |
Social wellbeing As I explore the rights to which I and others are entitled, I am able to exercise these rights appropriately and accept the responsibilities that go with them. I show respect for the rights of others. |
Wales - Health and Wellbeing |
How we engage with social influences shapes who we are and affects our lives and wellbeing Progression step 3: I have an understanding of the rules, norms and behaviours of different groups and situations, and I recognise that these have an influence on me. |
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