{"id":17163,"date":"2022-01-14T21:05:50","date_gmt":"2022-01-14T21:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/?page_id=17163"},"modified":"2022-12-05T15:17:53","modified_gmt":"2022-12-05T20:17:53","slug":"lgbtq-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/marymount-global\/global-education-office\/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-in-study-abroad\/lgbtq-students\/","title":{"rendered":"LGBTQ+ Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are considering a study abroad experience, you may be worried about attitudes regarding the LGBTQ+ community in your host country. As with the United States, attitudes regarding the LGBTQ+ community vary from country to country and region to region. We at the Global Education Office (GEO) want all of our Marymount students to have an exciting, fun, and fulfilling study abroad experience and encourage our LGBTQ+ students to go abroad safely. To do this, we recommend doing some research on your prospective host country to see how gender, sexuality, and identity are regarded abroad.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While abroad, you may find that there are differences in interactions between men and women that vary culture to culture, city to city. Some gender roles may be more strict or more fluid which may cause you to reflect on the best way to express yourself. Depending on a location, you may feel more comfortable expressing yourself or you may choose to be more reserved with your identity. Some people may be interested in learning more about your identity with sincere interest, but there may also be instances where you may not feel comfortable sharing your identity. Depending on location, your sexuality or identity may not be legal or widely accepted so it is important to be well-informed about your host country\u2019s laws and the laws of other countries you may plan to visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although you should be prepared if a situation arises, you should not go abroad expecting discrimination. Study abroad is a life-changing experience for students of diverse backgrounds where you will learn much about others and yourself, so do not let these limit your experiences. Instead, we recommend coming up with action plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you prepare, we recommend asking yourself a few questions:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do I want to study abroad in a location where I can be open about my sexuality and\/or identity or am I open to studying abroad in a country where I may not be able to be as open about these aspects of myself?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are my host country\u2019s views on sexuality, gender, and sex?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any laws I should be aware of that intersect with my identity or sexuality?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are some of the ways I can find a community and support system in-country?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What type of housing should I consider for my study abroad program?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What resources are available in my host country and host university or program for my community?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are typical expectations of men and women in my host country and how are they expected to dress? How could this impact me, my gender identity, or my sexual orientation?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If I am considering a location where my sexuality or identity is not accepted or legal, how do I plan on staying mentally healthy and safe while also taking advantage of my study abroad program to get the most of my experience?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips we recommend to prepare you to study abroad:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel comfortable sharing, let our office know about any concerns you may have about your identity and study abroad so we can better support you in your study abroad journey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that while abroad, you are subject to the laws of the host country so read up on your host country\u2019s laws regarding the LGTBQ+ community, information sharing, and same-sex relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn some of the language regarding sexuality of your host country. Knowing some of the slang, gender-specific pronouns (or genderless pronouns), and proper terminology for the LGTBQ+ community will help you adjust while abroad.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try networking with other LGBTQ+ individuals in your host city before you go abroad, but also keep up with your friends back home so you have a community wherever you are<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When creating any reservation, we recommend you use the same name, gender, and birth date that is on your passport or whichever ID you plan to carry around<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know that you do not have to speak for the whole community and do not feel pressured to do so.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that cultural norms are different in your host country so they may be less politically correct than people in the U.S. You can use these moments as teaching moments if you wish.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build a support system in-country that you can rely on including providers and GLO. We are here to support you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If somebody says or does something that is offensive to you, try to distinguish between a person who is genuinely curious about you or someone who has bad intentions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">if a situation makes you uncomfortable, remove yourself from the situation. Always make your own safety your priority.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Resources:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/international-travel\/before-you-go\/travelers-with-special-considerations\/lgbti.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Department: LGBTI Travel Information<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goabroad.com\/downloads\/lgbt-study-abroad-guide.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LGBTQ+ Study Abroad Guide<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goabroad.com\/articles\/study-abroad\/an-lgbt-student-guide-to-study-abroad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An LGBTQ+ Student Guide to Study Abroad<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/unpacked.ifsa-butler.org\/category\/diversity-and-inclusion\/lgbtq\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unpacked: LGBTQ+:<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A collection of blogs written by study abroad students regarding their identities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iesabroad.org\/study-abroad\/student-diversity-access\/resources\/country-specific\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IES: Student Diversity &amp; Access<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A study abroad website with country-specific information regarding a variety of subjects including LGBTQ+<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/ilga.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ILGA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association has information on over 100 countries and offers data and reports looking at laws and attitudes regarding the LGBTQ+ community<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rainbowsig.org\/resource-center\/study-abroad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NAFSA: Rainbow Sig<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A space for LGBTQ+ study abroad students to connect with each other and people in the higher education field.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iesabroad.org\/news\/finding-lgbtq-community-abroad-alum-month-neal-mckinney#sthash.Hz33uSzx.MQwABW54.dpbs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFinding an LGBTQ+ Community Abroad\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/unpacked.ifsa-butler.org\/diversity-and-inclusion\/lgbtq\/on-being-queer-in-mexico\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOn Being Queer in Mexico\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/isatoday.wordpress.com\/2015\/12\/18\/diversity-abroad-tips-for-lgbt-students-abroad-insights-from-my-studies-in-paris\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips for LGBT Students Abroad \u2013 Insights from my Studies in Paris\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsa.gov\/transgender-passengers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TSA: Transgender Individuals<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/transgenderlawcenter.org\/archives\/363\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAirport Screenings and Travel Concerns for Transgender Students\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rainbowsig.org\/rainbow-scholarship\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rainbow Scholarship<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are considering a study abroad experience, you may be worried about attitudes regarding the LGBTQ+ community in your host country. 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