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Teach Truth: Know Your Rights FAQ

What to know about your rights and protections regarding censorship and teaching about racism, sexism, and historical prejudice, sometimes incorrectly called "critical race theory."
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Published: September 15, 2021 Last Updated: January 10, 2023

Teach Truth FAQs by State

Find state-specific guidance by clicking on a highlighted state or download a pdf from the list below. More coming soon!

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Our LGBTQ+ students need us to ensure our schools are places where all students are protected and empowered. NEA offers educators LGBTQ+ information, tools, and resources they need to support transgender and non-binary students, to be more inclusive of LGBTQ+ history in their classrooms, and to stop LGBTQ+ bias and intolerance in our public schools.
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