[LGBT] [Sexual Orientation] [Gender Diversity]

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Stonewall describes sexual orientation as a person’s sexual attraction to other people, or lack thereof.  Orientations include, but are not limited to, lesbian, gay, bi, ace and straight.  Along with romantic orientation, this forms a person’s orientation identity.  Stonewall uses the term orientation as an umbrella term covering both sexual and romantic orientations.

To find definitions of useful terms click here:- https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/glossary-terms#a

Coming out is a term used to describe when someone first tells others about their orientation and/or their gender identity.  However in fact it is often deemed to be a lifelong process.  Stonewall have provided a guide to coming out and more information on the process which you can access here:- https://www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/coming-out-0

The video below is one focusing on what LGBTQ students want from their faculty in order to be able to fully participate in the classroom…