Hear from students on the ways in which their identities are being policed in schools, related to sexual orientation, gender, & race.
About this event
Students have been the target of state legislatures across the country, including Indiana, in recent years. From bans on trans athletes and classroom censorship bills to dress codes that disproportionally affected students of color, student rights to be who they are seem constantly under attack. What do students themselves have to say about this?
This event invites the public, especially other youth (14+), to a panel discussion and small group conversations led by students.
Moderator
Eli Aldrich, Executive Director, Shelly’s Voice Advocacy
Panelists
Reece Axel-Adams, former GSA leader and ACLU of Indiana plaintiff
Claire Curran, Shelly’s Voice Advocacy
Terri Roberts-Leonard, Equity & Inclusion Officer, Carmel Clay Schools
Dr. Nataki Pettigrew, Chief Equity & Inclusion Officer, Hamilton Southeastern Schools
PRESENTED BY:
ACLU of Indiana, Indiana Youth Group, Shelly’s Voice Advocacy, and other Gay-Straight Alliance Student Groups
ABOUT SPIRIT & PLACE
The Spirit & Place Festival (Nov. 3-13) celebrates the powerful role the arts, humanities, and religion play in community life and is housed in the IU School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI. Learn more at spiritandplace.org.
FAQ
Q: How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
A: Contact info@aclu-in.org or 317-635-4059.
