TFA LGBTQ Community Initiative

Meet three outstanding educators from our Teach For America network who help students thrive in the classroom by celebrating their individual needs 🧑‍🏫❤️ In honor of Disability Pride Month, we asked our featured educators: what does Disability Pride mean to you? Read their answers ➡️ #DisabilityPride #DisabilityPrideMonth #Teachers

📢Attention LGBTQ+ youth! By taking GLSEN’s National School Climate Survey, you can help create safer, more inclusive schools for everyone. Your feedback informs policymakers and drives positive change. 🌟Adults and allies, we need you too! Share this survey with your communities. The more responses we get, the clearer the picture of our school climates, and the better we can support LGBTQ+ students. Click the link below survey in English or Spanish! /jfe/form/SV_1WShAnEr2TwPyGq?Q_lang=en-en Link in Bio / Enlace en Bio ⬆️ El orgullo gay no se trata solo de desfiles; es el gozo de ser auténticamente tú mismo y buscar la justicia para todos. Este año, la encuesta nacional sobre el ambiente escolar de GLSEN está profundizando en el liderazgo juvenil, activismo y el gozo queer en las escuelas. ¡Amplitiquemos sus voces y desarrollemos espacios afirmativos juntos! Comparte la encuesta cómo parte del cambio

🌟 Juneteenth Spotlight 🌟 Join us in honoring the incredible achievements of Black changemakers who have made their mark in education and extended their impact beyond the classroom. 👩🏾‍🏫 Claudine Miles (Metro Atlanta ‘08) shares her gratitude for TFA’s unwavering support in her entrepreneurial journey with Restore More. “[I was accepted into the] Social Innovation Fellowship, which was a program to help alumni launch education businesses. TFA has continually supported my vision and work over the last 6 years and for that I am eternally grateful, because due to that support I’ve grown my little idea into a successful business that helps educators.” 🧠 Alicia Williams (Houston ‘16) saw a need for student mental health support and turned her vision into reality with Abloom. “Standing in that classroom, I saw firsthand the silent crisis of student mental health. Now, with Abloom, I’m on a mission to revolutionize student mental health support, ensuring every student has the tools to thrive.” 💼 Mario Jovan Shaw (Charlotte ‘12) was ignited by TFA’s mission to address societal inequalities. “Interacting with TFA alumni who had founded social impact organizations motivated me to make my own mark through meaningful work.” 🫂 Brandon Martin (Metro Atlanta ‘14) energized his community to ensure that Black boys in Atlanta can see and reach their full potential. “TFA’s emphasis on activating community to solve academic challenges influenced me to do the same thing outside of the classroom.” Let’s celebrate these trailblazers and continue championing their endeavors for a brighter, more equitable future! 🚀 #TeachForAmerica #BlackOwnedBusinesses #BlackAchievement

Meet Megumi Cramer and Dairany Blanco-Flores, M.Ed, two incredible educators who exemplify the profound impact of embracing one’s immigrant heritage in the classroom. Megumi, a former undocumented student and multilingual speaker, draws from her own journey to fuel her dedication to education. Her belief in the transformative power of learning drives her advocacy for students from underrepresented backgrounds, showing them that their voices and stories hold immense power. Dairany’s motivation stems from a desire to provide the representation she lacked in her own schooling experience. As an educator, she strives to ensure diverse voices and experiences are reflected in the classroom, empowering her students throughout their learning journey. To all immigrant students and educators, Megumi and Dairany offer words of encouragement: embrace your journey with pride and confidence. Your resilience, determination, and unique experiences enrich our community, shaping a more inclusive and impactful future. 🌟 #ImmigrantHeritageMonth #TeachForAmerica #EducationEquity #EmpowerImmigrants

Join our partner LEAP (Leadership Education For Asian Pacifics) for a special Pride Month celebration on LGBTQ+ Asian American Intersectionality featuring the esteemed Glenn D. Magpantay! With over 30 years of dedicated advocacy, Glenn is renowned as a champion for LGBTQ+, Asian American, and Immigrant communities. As a veteran LGBTQ+ rights activist, civil rights attorney, and Professor of Law and Asian American Studies, Glenn’s insights promise to enrich our understanding of intersectional experiences. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a true leader in the field! https://lnkd.in/gCGerhv7

Join our partner the Hispanic Heritage Foundation in celebrating #PrideMonth! Let’s come together in Washington, D.C. to honor the vibrant stories of our LGBTQ+ community. As allies, friends, and family, we’ve achieved remarkable progress. Let’s continue to embrace hashtag#Love, hashtag#Diversity, and the bonds that unite us. Register here: hhf.page.link/Pride and let’s make this journey one to remember! Link in Bio ⬆️ #education #leadership

#PrideMonth is here! 🌈✨Which LGBTQIA+ Icon inspires you? 🌟 These leaders paved the way for our future champions of progress. From groundbreaking mathematicians to trailblazing scientists to influential literary voices, these historical figures made meaningful contributions to the arts and sciences. Let us know in the comments which icon inspires you the most! 👇

Join our partner the National Center for Civil and Human Rights LGBTQ+ Institute for their upcoming Investing in Our Future Symposium June 6th-8th! Register for FREE here: / Link in Bio ⬆️ This 3-day event will include an opening reception and keynote at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, a second day of workshops, panels centering Black women and parents of LGBTQIA+ children while prioritizing mentorship and support for youth in collaboration with OUTGeorgia alliance business. They will also have a Brave Teacher Cohort co-curated by the LGBTQ+ Institute and The Trevor Project with a limit of 50 spaces! The final day will have keynotes, workshops, and a community art and wellness festival and marketplace. Register today!

2024 Time to THRIVE Summit! Join our partner the Human Rights Campaign Foundation on May 18th to learn from leading experts and organizations on how to build awareness and cultural competency, and learn current and emerging best practices to help LGBTQ+ youth thrive both in and out of the classroom. Register at . Link in Bio ⬆️

Apply for our partner GLSEN’s 2024-2025 Educator Advisory Council! Be part of an exciting opportunity to champion equity and justice in education. This national program is designed for educators leading LGBTQ+ inclusion work. Visit here learn more and apply: /240865244740154 Link in Bio ⬆️

Join our partner the Latinx History Project in celebrating the 13th Annual Mujeres en el Movimiento program at the The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts! ✨ Doors open at 7 PM, and the program starts at 7:30 PM. Save your spot for this empowering event on March 6th at ‘Club K’ in Studio K. Get your tickets now: Get your FREE tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e4ETwS6s Link in Bio ⬆️ #MEEM24 #LatinxHistory

Black students need Black educators. Our corps members remind us why representation matters in the classroom, and of the power of a teacher who understands your experiences and can model what’s possible. 📚To kick off #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re honoring the Black educators who invest in our students and advocate for their success. #teachforamerica #blackeducators