A Rainbow District School Board symposium aimed at creating and enhancing school-based supports for LGBT students, as well as students with friends and family members in these communities, takes place Tuesday.
The Embrace Diversity: Free to Be Me Conference starts at 10 a.m. with a keynote address from Sudbury native Brock McGillis. The former OHL goalie became the first professional hockey player to publicly come out as a gay man.
Throughout the day, students will take part in a variety of workshops, including Art, Yoga, Being an Ally, Here I Am: The Story Of How I Became Fabulous, Ancient History, Growth Mindset and Resilience, Healthy Sexuality, and Law & Rights.
“This event is part of Rainbow District School Board’s ongoing efforts to make equity and inclusive education a priority for all,” says Superintendent Judy Noble, in a press release.
“Students come together to address issues and brainstorm solutions surrounding homophobia and transphobia in their schools and communities.
“Once again, participants will walk away with important tools they can use for the benefit of all students in Rainbow schools.”
