Please find a number of research reports and documents pertaining to this topic area below.  If you know of another report or document you think should be housed in our research library please contact the BGK LLEN.

Title: Writing themselves in 3
Author: Lynn Hillier et.al
Source: Australian Research Centre in Sex Health and Society (La Trobe University)
Release Date: 2010
Description: The third national study on the sexual health and wellbeing of same sex attracted and gender questioning young people. Includes a chapter on sexuality and school experience, and evidence of an increase in the level of verbal and physical abuse that takes place in schools.
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Title: Talking Straight – Finding new ways to challenge homophobia in Australian schools
Author: Jen Sainsbury
Source: Foundation for Young Australians (FYA)
Release Date: 2009
Description: This research report examines methods to build the capacity of the education sector to challenge homophobia and heterosexism, with a focus on identifying ways in which safe, inclusive educational environments can be created for young people.
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