legacy project: countering heteronormativity through advocacy of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender...
DESCRIPTION
The Legacy Project (TLP), a community-based, multicultural, and educational resource, provides curriculum integration of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender role models. The Legacy Project has an interactive website, instructional strategies, and professional development for teachers, administrators, counselors and museum educators.TRANSCRIPT
LEGACY PROJECT: Countering Heteronormativity
through Advocacy of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GLBT)
InducteesPresented by:
Dr. Gerri Spinella, Educational Director, Walden UniversityDr. Gabriel Gomez, Chicago State University
Victor Salvo, Executive Director
2013 National Association of Multicultural Education ConferenceErasing the Shadows, Embracing the Light: Re/Visioning Multicultural Education Oakland, CaliforniaNovember 6-10, 2013
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The Legacy Walk Pylon
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Outdoor Cultural Museum
Education Resource
Community Landmark
Contribution to Society, Social Justice, and Cultural Exchange
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Legacy Walk Rainbow Pylons and Plaques
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Demographics
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The Legacy Project Lesson Educational Outreach – Resources/Networking
Adapted from James Banks: Multicultural Approach to Curriculum
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The Legacy Project Interactive Website
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• Participants will learn about the contributions of a diverse population of Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, and Transgendered individuals who played a significant role in history.
• Participants will understand the experiences, values, and successes of LGBT people in our society.
• Participants will develop respect for this non-dominant culture in a socially acceptable and non-threatening manner.
• Participants will integrate their knowledge of The Legacy Project into their professional or personal settings.
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Sterling Illinois Gay Straight Alliance April 5, 2013
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Combined classes from: National Louis University and Truman College
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Homewood Flossmoor High School Support Group
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Dr. Gerri Spinella, Co-Director Legacy Project Education Initiative (LPEI).
Content Faculty, Walden University [email protected] | 8477692288
Dr. Gabriel Gomez, Co-DirectorLegacy Project Education Initiative (LPEI)Faculty, Chicago State University
[email protected] | 773-868-1322
Victor Salvo | Executive Director | The Legacy Project www.legacyprojectchicago.org | 312.608.1198
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