LGBTQ+ Discrimination Ted Talk
What did the term Queer originally mean? What does it mean now?
unusual, peculiar -> gender identity that does not correspond to heterosexual norms.
How do trans people find safe healthcare providers?
Word of mouth, some cities have well-organized trans communities with documents with safe providers
What does HBT stand for?
Homophobic, Biphobic, Transphobic
Possibility that she could have been a surrogate for a gay couple
True or False: In Europe, they have prevention policies for cervix illnesses that allow for transgender men to get treatment.
False, only for women.
When this article was published, which country had NOT conducted a large-scale formal evaluation of interventions to tackle HBT violence in schools?
A) United States of America
B) Canada
C) United Kingdom
D) The Netherlands
B) Canada
What did Maria suggest we can do to improve the lives of those in the queer community to inspire change?
- Needs to be a collective effort
- Think twice before speaking and educate yourself and others
- Hold ourselves and others accountable
How can healthcare providers make their support more obvious?
Their use of inclusive language, both in person AND in forms (ex: inclusive gender options)
The literature suggested that to change the school environment to improve LGBTQ+ students mental health requires a multi-level approach. What is this approach called in the UK?
A Whole School Approach
What percent of LGBTQIA+ members do not feel safe with their healthcare providers? (~5% error margin)
46%
Discrimination and bullying on the basis of perceived gender and sexual diversity does not arise purely from individuals or groups. It rather reflects and upholds ______, dominant norms surrounding heterosexuality.
Cis-heteronormativity
What did she suggest as solutions for healthcare complications for trans people?
- Train healthcare providers
- Healthcare facilities & providers should make sure their environment is friendly & welcoming
- Research this topic more extensively
- Inclusive policies