Tipperary students celebrate LGBTQ+ identities as part of national anti-bullying campaign

Stand up awareness week took place in CMCO Thurles last week, with students celebrating LGBTQ+ identities as part of Ireland’s largest LGBTQ+ anti-bullying campaign.

Students showed solidarity with LGBTQ+ youth so they feel seen, heard, safe and to ensure that everyone knows that bi-phobic, homophobic, and transphobic language and bullying will not be tolerated.

Besides some decadent artwork throughout our school that created a festive atmosphere, our Stand Up committee also had a bake sale at break time on Thursday that raised considerable funds for local charities in the Thurles area.

Well done to all involved.

Contributed to School Days in the Tipperary Star.