West Dunbartonshire to help LGBT pupils access support they need in schools

'This is a policy that is going to help an awful lot of young people.'

New guidance on how to support LGBT pupils in West Dunbartonshire and ensure they are provided “high quality” learning experiences has been approved by councillors.

Data also shows that since 2016 there has been an increasing trend of pupils who have indicated to school that they have changed names, their use of pronouns, or their gender.West Dunbartonshire Council will now share guidance on supporting LGBT pupils to all staff while developing a virtual platform to help staff access a range of resources and signposting to help students on their LGBT journey.

The council will now work with a range of organisations to make sure their pupils are supported and staff have the correct measures in place to work with children and their parents while working to reduce inequalities and promote “positive destinations” within West Dunbartonshire.

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