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Report finds schools and youth workers struggle to tackle homophobic bullying
23 November 2011
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students have described how schools are not effectively tackling homophobic bullying and in some cases are perpetuating a hostile culture where students feel isolated.
The research found that LGBT young people appeared to expect, or even accept, the bullying they experienced and also reported mental health problems impacted on school attainment and attendance.
The questionnaire received 146 responses from young people aged 13 to 21, while eight group discussions in school and youth work settings sought the views of 65 young people aged 11 to 20. A further nine interviews took place with teachers and youth workers.
The report found there was only a "patchy inclusion of LGBT matters" within schools. The subject was most likely to be addressed in personal, social, health and economic (PSHE) education lessons.
The full report is available here - Tackling Homophobia and Transphobia In Settings Supporting Young People
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