New 2SLGBTQ course in St. Albert Public Schools first of its kind in Alberta, expert says

A new elective class offered by St. Albert Public Schools aims to offer students perspectives on 2SLGBTQ issues.

This is the first course of its kind in Alberta's history, said Kristopher Wells, Canada Research Chair for the public understanding of sexual and gender minority youth and an associate professor at MacEwan University.

Wells said the new course is great news for students.

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Students will cover three areas of study during the course: the history of the 2SLGBTQ community, its celebrations, and how to access mental health resources.

Throughout the course, students will analyze portrayals of 2SLGBTQ people in media, identify strategies to address pressures faced by 2SLGBTQ students and develop leadership, empathy and advocacy skills for personal and community empowerment.

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