News
Equality & Human Rights Commission uncover startling statistics about homophobic bullying in schools.
The EHRC's "How Fair is Britain?" report highlights...
* Two-thirds of lesbian, gay and bisexual students in Britain report being bullied.
* Nearly half of all secondary school teachers in England acknowledge that such bullying is common.
* Just 1 in 6 believe that their school is very active in promoting respect for lesbian, gay and bisexual students.
* Those that report being bullied perform 15% worse at GCSE.
Read the report in full here.
For help, support and resources to challenge homophobic bullying in your school email: exceedingexpectations@lgf.org.uk
* Two-thirds of lesbian, gay and bisexual students in Britain report being bullied.
* Nearly half of all secondary school teachers in England acknowledge that such bullying is common.
* Just 1 in 6 believe that their school is very active in promoting respect for lesbian, gay and bisexual students.
* Those that report being bullied perform 15% worse at GCSE.
Read the report in full here.
For help, support and resources to challenge homophobic bullying in your school email: exceedingexpectations@lgf.org.uk
The Statistics
80% of UK schools are aware of homophobic bullying incidents
6% of schools have policies targeting homophobic bullying
About 1 in 3 young LGBTs self-harm or attempt suicide
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