Include LGBTQ issues on your syllabus and help your students learn to talk about issues of gender identity and sexual orientation respectfully and understand the importance. State on your syllabus that discrimination will not be tolerated within the classroom and everyone’s gender and sexual orientation is valid. Include a nondiscrimination statement on the syllabus, which includes gender identity and sexual orientation.
Example: “I strive to maintain a classroom for students that is free of all forms of discrimination and harassment based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, physical or mental abilities, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a U.S. veteran. Any student who has concerns with inappropriate behavior in the course should contact me as soon as possible to correct and enhance the student experience.”