Promoting LGBT Equality in the EFL classroom

Abstract

[eng] This paper defends the importance of introducing and dealing with LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transexual) issues during an EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classroom. Such issues are key in promoting the value of equality within a language education context. Learning and teaching English is essential for the European Union's structure, and for this reason the classes are full of multicultural backgrounds. This dissertation will introduce the groundbreaking innovative inclusion of sexual and gender identity issues whilst learning a foreign language in its theoretical aspect, and also exposing a teaching proposal that allows for this connection between the English language education to take place in the most natural way. The main focus is promoting the equality for the LGBT community, therefore reducing the discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity that is such a serious issue for LGBT youth.