Dear John —
How do you define your identity? It’s a question young LGBTQ+ people are asking themselves — often multiple times. Defining “identity” is a personal journey — maybe you’re in the space where your identity doesn’t need to be defined at all. Maybe it’s fluid.
There is no one size fits all answer. That's why we made a series about it. All four episodes of the original web series “Writing Our Own Dictionary” are available to watch now.
If you or a young queer person in your life has ever been curious about nonbinary identities, how trans journeys can look different for every trans person, the difference between bisexuality and pansexuality, or how to present your gender to the world... this is the series for you.
Plus, “Writing Our Own Dictionary” comes with an EduGuide companion — a free-to-download guide that walks you through each episode in the series, asking you to think critically about the stories you watch. It’s intended for young adults (YA) ages 14+, or those already in late middle or high school, but it can be adapted for younger and older audiences as needed. Download your copy here.
To the adults reading this who are a bit hesitant about content for teens, you're in luck. The LGBTQ+ glossary is ever-evolving. This series is for anyone who feels like they’re scrambling to play catch up or learn more.
We hope you enjoy "Writing Our Own Dictionary."
- It Gets Better Project
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