TRANSGENDER/GENDER NONBINARY STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: BEST PRACTICES FOR DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDERS IN POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION.

TRANSGENDER/GENDER NONBINARY STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: BEST PRACTICES FOR DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES PROVIDERS IN POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION.
Author: Dana M Cea
Publisher:
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2021
Genre:
ISBN:

There are approximately 26,600 students of public higher education in the United States of America who identify as transgender/gender nonbinary and have at least one disability. Research has focused on these two marginalized identities (i.e., gender identity, disability status) separately for college students, and there is sparse research regarding the experiences of students for whom these two identities intersect. This study addressed the gap in research by exploring which best practices used by disability support services (DSS) providers and administrators led to student academic success and elicited feedback on the best practices from these students. A survey of questions was created based upon previous research regarding the academic success of college students with disabilities and proposed best practices for supporting this group of students. Survey responses were received from recent students (n = 89) of public higher education who identified as transgender/gender nonbinary and had at least one disability. The results indicate that the majority of participants contacted disability support services at their public university or college. A relationship between contacting DSS providers and administrators and academic success was not found to be statistically significant. Additionally, the relationship between receiving accommodations from DSS providers and administrators and academic success was not found to be statistically significant. Further results demonstrated a significant association only between academic success and three practices: (1) DSS providers and administrators offering to connect students with career counseling or other vocational supports, (2) DSS providers and administrators ensuring participants' inclusion in campus activities and groups, and (3) DSS providers and administrators ensuring that school facilities are accessible for students. Finally, the best practice endorsed by the most participants was hiring staff who openly identify as having a disability. Qualitative responses from students indicated a need for responsiveness, advocacy, and accessibility from DSS providers and administrators. Limitations of this study include new instrumentation with a need for more validity and reliability information; a relatively small sample size with no demographic information gathered; and the effects of current events. Implications for DSS providers and administrators, counselor educators, and future research conclude the study.

Social Work and Health Care Practice with Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals and Communities

Social Work and Health Care Practice with Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals and Communities
Author: Shanna K. Kattari
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 409
Release: 2020-08-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0429811284

This book examines issues across the lifespan of transgender and nonbinary individuals whilst synthesizing conceptual work, empirical evidence, pedagogical content, educational experiences, and the voices of transgender and nonbinary individuals. It highlights the resilience and resistance of transgender and nonbinary individuals and communities to challenge narratives relying on one-dimensional perspectives of risk and tragic lives. While there is currently unprecedented visibility and increasing support, members of these communities still face shockingly high rates of violence, victimization, unemployment, discrimination, and family rejection. Significant need for services and support coupled with social, clinical, and medical service systems ill-equipped to provide culturally responsive care illustrates the critical need for quality education and training of educators, practitioners, and service providers in best practices of working with members of the transgender and nonbinary community. Organized into six sections: Health Areas of Practice Coming Out and Family Relationships and Sexuality Communities Multiply Marginalized Identities and Populations, this book offers a current, comprehensive, and intersectional guide for students, practitioners, and researchers across a variety of professions, including social work, psychology, public policy, and health care.

Transgender and Gender Diverse Persons

Transgender and Gender Diverse Persons
Author: Alfred F. Carlozzi
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2018-12-12
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1351207091

Transgender and Gender Diverse Persons offers mental health professionals and other caregivers information and best practices for working with transgender and gender diverse persons and their families. In each chapter, experts from a variety of fields provide an accessible introduction to medical, legal, educational, and spiritual care for transgender and gender diverse adults and youth within a range of contexts, including communities and schools in urban and non-urban settings. Appendices include helpful suggestions for online resources, as well as additional reading for practitioners, clients, and their families. With rich examples and personal narratives woven throughout, this is an essential reference for mental health professionals, as well as other service providers, educators, and family members seeking to address the needs of transgender and gender diverse persons in an up-to-date, inclusive manner.

Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary People with Disabilities or Illnesses

Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary People with Disabilities or Illnesses
Author: Jennie Kermode
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 186
Release: 2019-08-21
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1784509353

By drawing on the experience of trans people who are affected by physical disability, chronic illness and mental illness, this book is the definitive guide on providing best practise in approaches to health and care policy. Suggesting solutions to areas where understanding and care provision is poor, Kermode gives advice on topics such as transitioning with a disability, sex-specific service provision and fertility and reproduction. The book also examines how health and care professionals can adapt to cater for transgender and non-binary people's needs and can support those who must use health services due to their condition. Written in an accessible and comprehensive manner, Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary People with Disabilities or Illnesses is an essential guide for practitioners in health and social care positions.

Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary Students and Staff in Further and Higher Education

Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary Students and Staff in Further and Higher Education
Author: Matson Lawrence
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2019-01-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1784506737

According to the research underpinning this book, 85% of trans students and staff faced barriers. This practical guide enables post-secondary education professionals to create a safe and supportive environment for gender diverse applicants, students and staff. Using real life examples to explore common experiences and challenges for trans people in further and higher educational settings, it sets out policies, interventions and advice that have proven effective in providing impactful support on a wide range of issues such as learning, teaching, mental health, recruitment, support services, and institutional policies. Included is an easy-to-follow introduction to transgender terminology and identities, as well as legal and medical considerations.

Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities

Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
Author: Jeffrey P. Bakken
Publisher: Charles C Thomas Publisher
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2008
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0398077894

The need for transition services for students with exceptionalities is apparent and critical for their success after high school. It is essential for school professionals, parents, and students to work collaboratively and consultively to determine each student's future goals and develop an effective plan to meet those goals successively. This book, therefore, focuses on all aspects of that transition planning from school to postschool levels. The text provides the reader with a foundation of transition services and a historical overview of models and practices and offers a critical look at transition with students from culturally and ethnically diverse backgrounds. In addition, it presents an in-depth look at assistive technology to assist students in fully participating in the planning for their future and also describes the process for planning and the importance of family collaboration. It offers an extensive discussion of career development and the importance of work experiences and also reviews key social skills and leisure options. Finally, the text looks at independent living options and reviews available successful postsecondary education programs. The format of the book is unique and the text is written in a style that all readers can comprehend and understand; the information can be easily applied to classroom and transition programs. This book will be an excellent resource for researchers, scholars, educators, and service providers and will serve as either a required or supplementary text for undergraduate and graduate transition courses in special education.

The Advocate Educator's Handbook

The Advocate Educator's Handbook
Author: Vanessa Ford
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2024-01-24
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1394178034

A critical guide on creating inclusive classrooms for transgender students Including a foreword from Dr. Peggy Brookins, President of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, The Advocate Educator’s Handbook offers a tested framework for educators to use in their journeys to create inclusive classrooms for transgender and non-binary students. Centered on a framework of four principles – educate, affirm, include, and disrupt – this book provides a new way of thinking about inclusivity in the classroom, as well as practical ways to foster students’ sense of belonging. The authors bring rich understanding to the topic – Kling as a transgender educator & advocate, Ford as a teacher & parent of a transgender child, and both authors being educators themselves. You’ll also read stories from transgender and non-binary students, teachers, researchers, parents, and more, providing unique and important perspectives. Inside the book, you’ll find tools that you can start using on day one of being in the classroom. You’ll also find model policies for teachers, schools administrators, and public policymakers, so you can begin the important work of advocating for and with trans and non-binary students. By engaging with trans youth and allies, we can build inclusivity in and beyond the classroom. Understand what it means to be transgender or non-binary and learn about the experiences of trans youth Learn how to support trans and non-binary students with dozens of firsthand accounts from experts serving the communities Find resources you can use as an educator in your journey toward inclusivity in education Recognize and respond to anti-trans policies and laws targeting trans students Identify important actions unique to your situation with personal reflection questions and scenarios This book was created especially for K-12 educators, administrators, and others looking to enact change and create safe spaces for transgender and non-binary youth. From daily life in the classroom to policy at the highest levels, The Advocate Educator’s Handbook will help educators & their community work toward meaningful change.

Case Studies in Clinical Practice with Trans and Gender Non-Binary Clients

Case Studies in Clinical Practice with Trans and Gender Non-Binary Clients
Author: lore m. dickey
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2021-04-21
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1787751945

Exploring clinical examples of the lived experiences of trans people across the lifespan, this unique and authoritative book addresses topics such as attending school, puberty, employment issues, suicide, bullying, autism and intersecting identities. Divided into three sections, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, the book brings the case studies to life and dispels common myths by including short responses from leading professional experts. By enabling a greater knowledge of work with trans people and therefore filling an important gap in available literature, Case Studies in Clinical Practice with Trans and Gender Non-Binary Clients allows mental health providers to understand the nuanced differences of handling clinical concerns for their trans clients.

Social Work Practice with Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth

Social Work Practice with Transgender and Gender Expansive Youth
Author: Jama Shelton
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2021-09-28
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1000451348

This fully revised third edition explores the childhood and adolescent experiences of transgender persons, providing foundational knowledge for social workers and related professions about working with trans and gender expansive youth. Organized through the lens of four distinct forms of knowledge – knowledge of lived expertise, community-based knowledge, practice knowledge, and knowledge obtained through formal/traditional education – this text balances discussion of theory with a range of rich personal narratives and case studies. Updates and additions reflect recent changes to the WPATH guidelines and the NASW Code of Ethics, include brand new material examining the origins of gender identity and non-binary identities, explore intersectional identities, and offer expanded content considering trauma-informed interventions and ethical issues. Each featuring at least one trans or gender expansive author, chapters present concrete and practical recommendations to encourage competent and positive practice. With a focus on both macro and micro social work practice, this book will be a valuable resource to any social service practitioners working with children or adolescents.

Life Beyond the Classroom

Life Beyond the Classroom
Author: Paul Wehman
Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
Total Pages: 504
Release: 1992
Genre: Education
ISBN:

In this improved and expanded edition of a classic resource, Paul Wehman and his colleagues take a fresh look at transition, examining the persistent yet unfortunate reality that not working is perhaps the truest definition of having a disability. Specialists in a variety of disciplines can use the creative and practical techniques in this book to ensure careful transition planning, to build young people's confidence and competence in this work skills, and to foster support from businesses and community organizations for training and employment programs. Young people with disabilities need life-skills training before they leave school. Life Beyond the Classroom offers professionals and students indispensable information and effective strategies for ensuring successful, supported transitions.