Acknowledging Discrimination in Educational Settings

This post is part of a series – Supporting Students: A Guide for Faculty & Allies Allies should be knowledgeable about when and how to report discrimination. The ASHA Code of Ethics states the following about discrimination for ASHA-affiliated professionals toward clients, colleagues, and students: “Individuals shall not discriminate in the delivery of professional services … Continue reading Acknowledging Discrimination in Educational Settings

Ideas for Educators

This post is part of a series – Supporting Students: A Guide for Faculty & Allies Become an Advocate and Resource Become a knowledgeable resource for students by learning your institution’s policies. Know how to report and connect students to appropriate resources in instances of discrimination within the department, university, or clinical education sites. Be … Continue reading Ideas for Educators

Event Recap: SLP Clinical Fellowship Panel

On February 16th, we were joined by three SLPs for a panel discussion on the process of preparing for a clinical fellowship (CF) position in speech-language pathology. Here are some highlights of their advice: Job Search and Application Tips Consider your priorities: Do you care about work-life balance? Salary? Productivity expectations? Location and cost-of-living? Mentorship … Continue reading Event Recap: SLP Clinical Fellowship Panel

LGBTQ+ CSDSA Promotes Anti-Discrimination Petition on Conversations in Speech Pathology Podcast

This month, LGBTQ+ CSDSA Chair Dr. Charles Lenell (they/them) was featured on the Conversations in Speech Pathology Podcast to discuss the need for transparency from academic institutions that participate in anti-LGBTQ+ practices and hold Title IX exceptions. Dr. Charles Lenell and host Jeff Stepen examine the role of the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA), the … Continue reading LGBTQ+ CSDSA Promotes Anti-Discrimination Petition on Conversations in Speech Pathology Podcast

LGBTQ+ CSDSA Shares Action Steps for Trans Youth on the National NSSLHA Blog

This month, LGBTQ+ CSDSA President Connor Mahon (he/they) was featured in the National NSSLHA Blog. Their article, titled Advocacy in Action: How to Support Transgender People in Your State, shares why SLPs and SLP students can be strong advocates for the rights of transgender and gender diverse people, and ways to advocate at the state, … Continue reading LGBTQ+ CSDSA Shares Action Steps for Trans Youth on the National NSSLHA Blog

Advocacy In Action: How to Support Transgender People in Your State

Connor Mahon, LGBTQ+ CSD Student Association President, shares why SLPs and SLP students can be strong advocates for the rights of transgender and gender diverse people, and ways to advocate at the state, local, and institutional levels. Read their article in the National NSSLHA Blog, available online. Read more in the national nsslha blog

Discriminatory Universities List

To mitigate damage caused by the continued accreditation of universities in violation of the ASHA Code of Ethics rules regarding anti-discrimination, we have compiled a list of universities offering degree programs in communication sciences and disorders and a documented history of discriminatory behavior towards LGBTQ+ individuals, as compiled by the Campus Pride Index. Have your … Continue reading Discriminatory Universities List

Stop Discrimination in CSD Petition

Sign the petition to stop discriminatory practices in CSD. Read the LGBTQ+ CSDSA's official endorsement. Early this year, we shared a petition requesting the reinstatement of gender affirming voice services at Brigham Young University, where they were abruptly terminated. We were pleased at the quick response from ASHA condemning this decision. However, despite comments suggesting … Continue reading Stop Discrimination in CSD Petition

LGBTQ+ CSDSA in the ASHA Leader

Last month, LGBTQ+ CSDSA Chair, Dr. Charles Lenell (they/them), and L’GASP Chair, Dr. Gregory Robinson (they/them) were published in the ASHA Leader. They discuss how Communication Sciences and Disorders programs can support LGBTQ+ students. Read their recommendations for creating a safe education environment for future LGBTQ+ clinicians in the ASHA Leader, available online. Read More in … Continue reading LGBTQ+ CSDSA in the ASHA Leader