About The Project

About Rainbow Schools

Rainbow Schools aims to strengthen schools’ capacity to respond to diversity and to protect students from discrimination, bullying and violence based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics.

The project promotes a whole-school approach, meaning that inclusion is addressed across school culture, policies, teaching practices, staff training and community engagement.

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Objectives
  • To create safe and inclusive learning environments for all students, especially LGBTIQ+ students.
  • To support teachers and school staff in addressing discrimination and promoting well-being.
  • To strengthen mental health awareness and prevention of school-based violence.
  • To develop sustainable tools and policy recommendations for long-term impact
Key Activities
  • Research and mapping of practices, policies and needs across Europe.
  • Development of the Rainbow Schools Methodology (Guidelines, Curriculum and Resources).
  • Teacher training and capacity-building activities.
  • Development and piloting of School Action Plans in 15 schools across Europe.
  • Creation of a Digital Hub with e-learning and resources.
  • Development of Policy Recommendations targeting schools and educational authorities.
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Work packages

  • WP1. Project Management
  • WP2. Rainbow Schools Methodology: Guidelines, Curriculum and Resources
  • WP3. The Rainbow Schools Digital Hub
  • WP4. The Rainbow Schools Action Plans
  • WP5. The Rainbow Schools Policy Recommendations
  • WP6. Dissemination and Exploitation Strategy