Dialogue to address LGBT bullying in schools
<p>ASU professor Madelaine Adelman will discuss how educators, students and administrators can work together to reduce anti-LGBT bias and bullying, April 14, as part of the University Dialogue Series.</p><separator></separator><p>The event takes place from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., in the Social Science Building Conference Room 109, on the Tempe campus. Please RSVP by April 11 to <a href="mailto:institutionalinclusion@asu.edu">institutionalinclusion@asu.edu</… session begins with a presentation on bias and bullying in our schools and universities and its long- and short-term effects on individuals and institutions. Following the presentation, attendees will engage in dialogue to identify key issues and discuss how to be effective allies against bias.</p><separator></separator><p>Light refreshments will be provided and the event is free and open to the entire ASU community.</p><separator></separator><p>Adelman is an associate professor of Justice & Social Inquiry in the School Social Transformation. Her research and teaching focuses on law and society, gender violence, sexual and social justice and research methods. Adelman is a co-founder and co-chair of the Phoenix chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network and co-chair of its National Advisory Council.</p><separator></separator><p>Sponsored by the Office of the Provost, the University Dialogue Series is a mult-year initiative intended to facilitate campus conversation and discussion around issues and challenges related to diversity. Attendess are expected to gain a better understanding of the topic and learn strategies that can be applied in the workplace or the classroom to advance a more inclusive environment.</p><separator></separator><p>The ultimate goal of the University Dialogue is to develop a welcoming climate for all individuals and viewpoints.</p>