Silence is not golden: including the voices of lesbian parents to guide pedagogical practice, policy and research in Australian early childhood settings

Cloughessy, Kathy

doi:10.1080/09575146.2019.1654981

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“…In contrast, lesbian parents in Australian EC settings intentionally identified their lesbian parent status at the first meeting or school day to appraise the school’s inclusivity (Cloughessy, 2020; Cloughessy et al, 2018). Disclosure reinforced family pride and resilience for their children (Cloughessy et al, 2018).…”

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“…Twenty-nine articles describing 26 studies met the inclusion criteria (two studies were described in multiple articles; Cloughessy, 2020;Cloughessy et al, 2018Cloughessy et al, , 2019A. E. Goldberg, 2014;A.…”

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“…E. Goldberg et al, 2017; Hegde et al, 2014). Teacher education programs should include LGBTQ issues and should challenge students’ biases (Averett & Hegde, 2012; Cloughessy, 2020; Gato & Fontaine, 2017; Glass et al, 2016; A. E. Goldberg, 2014; Kintner-Duffy et al, 2012).…”

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“…Workforce development at multiple levels was recommended. At the structural level, accrediting bodies, professional associations, and policymakers should monitor LGBTQ culturally competent performance (Church et al, 2018; Cloughessy, 2020). LGBTQ inclusivity is consistent with HC and EC education codes of ethics and organizational values about equitable, family-centered care (Bennett et al, 2017; Chapman, Watkins, Zappia, Combs, & Shields, 2012; Chapman, Watkins, Zappia, Nicol, & Shields, 2012; Nicol et al, 2013; von Doussa et al, 2016).…”

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“…Fourteen studies noted that the organizations' forms were not inclusive of LGBTQ parent families (i.e., only used the terms "mother" and "father"; Table 3). Some parents crossed out the fields in an attempt to provide feedback (Cloughessy, 2020;Cloughessy et al, 2018). LGBTQ parents provided feedback to one preschool that did not incorporate the feedback (A. E. Goldberg et al, 2017).…”

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Bias and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Parents Accessing Care for Their Children: A Literature Review

Coulter-Thompson

2023

Health Educ Behav

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Background The experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) parents of children with developmental disabilities (DDs) in health and early learning systems are largely understudied. Inclusive, affirming services are critical to timely identification and intervention for DDs. This literature review aimed to establish whether LGBTQ parents experience structural bias and discrimination when accessing care for their children in health and early learning systems. Methods PubMed, ERIC, and Scopus were searched for empirical research from 1990 to 2020 on: LGBTQ; parents, children, families; bias, disparities, discrimination; and health and early learning services. Themes were analyzed by conceptual model bias levels, participant type, and setting. Results The search yielded 1,872 unduplicated records (three through hand search). Twenty-nine articles representing 26 studies in health and early learning in eight countries met the inclusion criteria. Biases common across sectors included challenges surrounding LGBTQ status disclosures; lack of acknowledgment of non-biological parents; and heterosexist forms. Knowledge gaps and negative attitudes about LGBTQ families were found among some professionals and students. Conclusion Some LGBTQ parents experienced bias and discrimination while accessing care for their children in health and early learning systems. Policies and programs to implement and monitor LGBTQ-inclusive health education and evaluate practice changes are recommended to improve professionals’ knowledge, attitudes, and behavior. Multilevel workforce development (e.g., accreditation standards, organizational audits, and training) is needed to create and sustain LGBTQ-affirming health and education environments. Honoring LGBTQ family diversity and reducing health and early learning inequities are critical for improving children’s health and education outcomes.

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Coulter-Thompson

2023

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Chinese parents’ perceptions of including same-sex families in early childhood settings in Australia: Listening to voices of the first-generation immigrants

Liang,

Hadley,

Waniganayake

2024

Aust. Educ. Res.

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The experiences of gender and sexually diverse parents using support and services for their young children: An integrative review

Wright,

Butt,

Valerio

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Journal of Clinical Nursing

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AimTo address: What are the experiences of 2SLGBTQQIA+ parents using parenting supports and services to meet their children's early childhood development needs (<5 years of age)?DesignWhittemore and Knafl's (2005) integrative review methodology.MethodsElectronic databases were searched from 2000 to October 14, 2022 for empirical studies or reviews addressing the research question. The title and abstract of 12,158 articles were screened for inclusion in the review by two independent researchers; 175 of these articles underwent full‐text review. Studies selected were critically appraised using a Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal tool. Relevant key findings were extracted from each study and entered into N‐VIVO‐12. Thematic content analysis was employed and PRISMA guidelines were adhered to.ResultsA total of 18 articles (15 qualitative and three multi‐method studies) met the inclusion criteria and were selected for the review. Seven themes were revealed from analysis of the studies: (1) 2SLGBTQQIA+ Status kept a secret; (2) Forced to come out; (3) Heteronormative messaging; (4) Feeling excluded; (5) Stigmatised; (6) Parents act as educators; and (7) Positive experiences.ConclusionThis integrative review provides nurses with insight into the experiences of 2SLGBTQQIA+ parents using health care services for their young child.Implications for the ProfessionThis article highlights what changes nurses need to make to their practice to ensure appropriate, inclusive care for clients of diverse sexual and gender identities and their families.ImpactHealth care providers, especially nurses, have an opportunity to improve the experiences of these families and positively impact their health and well‐being. Additionally, there is a need for research with the 2SLGBTQQIA+ parent community and the use of rigorous methodological techniques, including clearly linking participants' gender and sexual identities with study findings, to improve our understanding of 2SLGBTQQIA+ parent experiences.Patient or Public ContributionAlthough there was no direct patient contribution to the work since it was an integrative review of the literature, indirectly patient contributions are incorporated from the original research results of studies incorporated into this review.

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Silence is not golden: including the voices of lesbian parents to guide pedagogical practice, policy and research in Australian early childhood settings

Cited by 3 publications

References 51 publications

Bias and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Parents Accessing Care for Their Children: A Literature Review

Bias and Discrimination Against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Parents Accessing Care for Their Children: A Literature Review

Chinese parents’ perceptions of including same-sex families in early childhood settings in Australia: Listening to voices of the first-generation immigrants

The experiences of gender and sexually diverse parents using support and services for their young children: An integrative review

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