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Community Consultations

The ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ aims to be responsive to the voices of communities by developing tailored action plans, each based on the pillars of the Anti Hate and Anti Racism Strategy. This approach will allow communities to see themselves in the actions and will require ongoing collaboration and support of families, communities and partner organizations. Please see below for the current consultations that have been scheduled and watch forÌýadditional consultations to be added to supportÌýother action plans.


Upcoming Consultations

The ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ (ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­) invites ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ students, staff, families, community organizations, and community members who self-identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community to attend a community consultation this Spring. These consultations will support the development of a multi-dimensional strategy to affirm the diverse and intersectional 2SLGBTQ+ identities and address biphobia, transphobia, and homophobia within the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­. Attendees are encouraged to participate in conversations that explore the various ways the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ can nurture, affirm, and support 2SLGBTQ+ students, staff, families, community organizations, and community members while also understanding and addressing manifestations of biphobia, homophobia, and transphobia.Ìý

Additional Background

Racial identity cannot be defined solely by geography, national borders, or citizenship. It is shaped by a complex interplay of factors, including histories of colonization and intersecting identities such as culture, gender identity, language, religion, spirituality, class, and sexuality. This word cloudÌýcaptures the complex nature of students’ ethnic identity at the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ (ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Student Census, 2023).Ìý

We recognize there are different variations of the existing acronym 2SLGBTQ+ to represent gender and sexual diversity.Ìý While there is no single correct version, we believe it is important to be intentional about the language we use, particularly reflecting on the context we are working in and the communities we work with. The 2SLGBTQ+ is an emerging, fluid, and contested acronym that aims to address social inclusion-exclusion of gender and sexually diverse populations.Ìý

Gender identity and sexual orientations cannot be defined solely by biological assumptions or societal norms. It is shaped by complex and personal experiences, culture, class, race, religion, spirituality, language, and more. Within the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­, this richness is deeply reflected in the student population. Fourteen (14%) of grade 7 to 12 students identify as part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Overall, 3.4% of students identify their gender identity outside of the gender binary. ThisÌýword cloud captures the diverse nature of 2SLGBTQ+ students’ gender identity at the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ (ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Student Census, 2023).Ìý

Date and Time Location Registration
Thurs, May 29, 2025 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. EtobicokeÌý(Dixon Road) *In-person
*±·´Ç³Ù±ð:ÌýAddress emailed to registrants after RSVP
*Event passed
Tues, June 10Ìýfrom 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. ScarboroughÌý(Kennedy RoadÌý& Lawrence Avenue East) *In-person
*±·´Ç³Ù±ð:ÌýAddress emailed to registrants after RSVP

Wed, June 11 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. VirtualÌýfor ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Students
Thurs, June 12 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. YorkÌý(Eglinton Avenue WestÌý& Oakwood Avenue) *In-person
*±·´Ç³Ù±ð:ÌýAddress emailed to registrants after RSVP
Mon, June 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Virtual for staff, families, community organizations and community members
Wed, June 18 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. TorontoÌý(Yonge Street & Sheppard Avenue) *In-person
*±·´Ç³Ù±ð:ÌýAddress emailed to registrants after RSVP

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