Stella Sisson

Senior Project Advisor

Tristan Goldman

Document Type

Project

Publication Date

Winter 2023

Keywords

gender, identity, intersectionality, single sex

Abstract

Intersectionality always seems to be a never-ending crux that people are working on becoming more aware of. Even more difficult, gender fluidity at a single sex institution—how do we tackle that intersection? This is the point of my project. As someone who is about to enter the professional field as an outdoor educator, I spend a lot of time thinking about how I can make accessibility easier for my students. These days, gender fluidity in environments that were originally intended for one gender seems like it would have roadblock after roadblock. However, the working professionals at Seattle Girls’ School work every day to work towards their values of empowering girls, while also helping to make all gender identities feel welcome. This is a collection of interviews from different staff and faculty at the school in an effort not to say what is right or wrong, but instead have a written document of ideas that intends to inspire educators across fields on how to better help their participants. This is not a black or white topic and that’s why we’re talking about it today. Use this as a resource, not gospel.

Department

Honors

Subjects - Topical (LCSH)

Gender identity; Intersectionality (Sociology); Single-sex schools

Type

Text

Rights

Copying of this document in whole or in part is allowable only for scholarly purposes. It is understood, however, that any copying or publication of this document for commercial purposes, or for financial gain, shall not be allowed without the author’s written permission.

Language

English

Format

application/pdf

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