Benjamin Britten Academy of Music & Mathematics

Gender identity is a deep-rooted sense of self. Having a sense of identity in this way is really important for our mental health, wellbeing and sense of resilience.

Gender identiy dicrimination is when you are treated differently because of your sexual orientation in one of the situations that are covered by the Equality Act.

The treatment could be a one-off action or as a result of a rule or policy based on sexual orientation. It doesn’t have to be intentional to be unlawful.

The Equality Act 2010 says you must not be discriminated against because:

• you are heterosexual, gay, lesbian or bisexual
• someone thinks you have a particular sexual orientation (this is known as discrimination by perception)
• you are connected to someone who has a particular sexual orientation (this is known as discrimination by association)

A persons gender identity can be the same or different than the gender assigned at birth. The responsibility for determining an individual’s gender identity rests with the individual.

Discrimination, bullying, and harassment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression is not tolerated at Benjamin Britten Music Academy.

If you or someone you know has experienced or is experiencing this at Benjaimnin Britten Academy please contact the year group Designated Safegurding Lead on 01502 582312 or please see the useful links below.

Useful links

MERMAIDS -  08088010400

Mermaids has been supporting transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families since 1995. Today, Mermaids has evolved into one of the UK’s leading LGBTQ+ charities, empowering thousands of people with its secure online communities, local community groups, helpline services, web resources, events and residential weekends.

YOUNG MINDS - You can call us for free on 0808 802 5544 from 9:30am - 4pm, Monday - Friday.

We have lots of practical advice and tips on supporting your child - from how to encourage your child to open up about their feelings to dealing with mental health services. No matter what you and your child are going through, things can get better.