LEGACY PROJECT: Countering Heteronormativity through Advocacy of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender...

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The Legacy Project (TLP), a community-based, multicultural, and educational resource, provides curriculum integration of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender role models. The Legacy Project has an interactive website, instructional strategies, and professional development for teachers, administrators, counselors and museum educators.

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LEGACY PROJECT: Countering Heteronormativity

through Advocacy of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GLBT)

InducteesPresented by:

Dr. Gerri Spinella, Educational Director, Walden UniversityDr. Gabriel Gomez, Chicago State University

Victor Salvo, Executive Director

2013 National Association of Multicultural Education ConferenceErasing the Shadows, Embracing the Light: Re/Visioning Multicultural Education Oakland, CaliforniaNovember 6-10, 2013

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The Legacy Walk Pylon

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Outdoor Cultural Museum

Education Resource

Community Landmark

Contribution to Society, Social Justice, and Cultural Exchange

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Legacy Walk Rainbow Pylons and Plaques

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Demographics

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The Legacy Project Lesson Educational Outreach – Resources/Networking

Adapted from James Banks: Multicultural Approach to Curriculum

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The Legacy Project Interactive Website

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Click the link: Sample Survey - The Legacy Project

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• Participants will learn about the contributions of a diverse population of Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, and Transgendered individuals who played a significant role in history.

• Participants will understand the experiences, values, and successes of LGBT people in our society.

• Participants will develop respect for this non-dominant culture in a socially acceptable and non-threatening manner.

• Participants will integrate their knowledge of The Legacy Project into their professional or personal settings.

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Sterling Illinois Gay Straight Alliance April 5, 2013

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Combined classes from: National Louis University and Truman College

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Homewood Flossmoor High School Support Group

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Dr. Gerri Spinella, Co-Director Legacy Project Education Initiative (LPEI).

Content Faculty, Walden University gerri.spinella@gmail.com | 8477692288

Dr. Gabriel Gomez, Co-DirectorLegacy Project Education Initiative (LPEI)Faculty, Chicago State University

sicoitver@gmail.com | 773-868-1322

Victor Salvo | Executive Director | The Legacy Project www.legacyprojectchicago.org | 312.608.1198

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