Stand Out Community of Practice (SOCOP) is an integral
component of the Social Inclusion portfolio within the Youth Development Unit (YDU).
Providing support and resources to secondary school staff across Geelong, who are wanting to establish or maintain a Stand Out group in their respective school for LGBTQIA+ students and their allies.
Aims:
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and support for Stand Out group facilitators.
- Establish a collaborative space for planning and promoting LGBTQIA+ events.
- Provide ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Ensure the longevity and effectiveness of Stand Out groups through consistent support for school staff.
Outcomes:
- Enhanced support and understanding for LGBTQIA+ young people within participating schools.
- Strengthened professional skills and resources for Stand Out group facilitators.
- Increased visibility and celebration of LGBTQIA+ events within the school community.
- Regular evaluation and improvement of Stand Out group effectiveness.
Target Group:
SOCOP is for secondary school staff within the City of Greater Geelong who are
involved in, or interested in, establishing Stand Out groups within their
schools.
Roles and Responsibilities:
SOCOP members are tasked with:
- Establishing and maintaining Stand Out groups in their respective schools.
- Fostering a safe and inclusive environment for dialogue and collaboration.
- Promoting LGBTQIA+ events to the wider school community.
- Regularly participating in SOCOP network meetings, with prior notification in case of absence.
- Ensuring student privacy and confidentiality when sharing case studies or seeking advice.
- Supporting evaluations of SOCOP and Stand Out groups.
Meetings:
Meetings are held once per school term.
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Contact
If you are interested in joining the Stand Out Community of Practice, please contact [email protected].