Ep 31: Teachers, gender and the law

Marking the Role

08-08-2023 โ€ข 49 mins

The gradual creep of gender ideology into schools is seeing more and more students consider themselves โ€˜transgenderโ€™. While most teachers will hopefully never confront this, others are scared of losing their job if they utter the wrong pronouns or air their personal views. A teacher in New Zealand has already been sacked for refusing to use preferred pronouns. Australian teachers should be very wary, and very informed.

DISCLAIMER: The content of this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Educators with issues around this topic should get their own legal advice from a qualified lawyer. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from this episode.

(00:00) Host introduction

(06:24) Words of two teachers altered with AI

(10:44) Interview with Anna Kerr, Principal Solicitor with The Feminist Legal Centre including words by ex Qld School Principal Tracey Tully courtesy of 9 News Australia

(41:30) Summary of key legal points by host

(47:50) Wind-up from host

(49:23) Final disclaimer

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