Promoting Equity and Inclusivity in Education with Claire Guy The 21st Century Teacher

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Claire Guy, an educational consultant and advocate for equity and inclusivity in schools. Claire's dedication to creating an environment where every student can thrive regardless of their background or identity is truly inspiring. We explore the crucial topic of SOGI (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity) in education and discuss practical strategies that educators can implement to promote inclusivity and trans-inclusive policies in their classrooms and schools. 
Claire speaks about the challenges teachers face as educators in the 21st century to be adaptable, empathetic, and fully committed to the success of every student. We also discuss the importance of safety and being inclusive as a human right in an educational environment. Throughout the conversation, we examine the concerns around SOGI and safety, the challenges schools commonly face regarding sexual orientation and gender identity and how they can overcome them. 
Claire shares her insights into how teachers can become SOGI inclusive in and outside the classroom. She emphasizes the need for teachers and the community to use the correct pronouns and to examine the resources they are using to ensure that they are inclusive and representative. Join us for this inspiring conversation that offers a guiding light for educators' journey in promoting equity and inclusivity in their classrooms and beyond.