LGBTQ Identity, Nursing Education, and Culturally Safe Care: Suggestions for Educators

Abstract

Fifty years have passed since the Stonewall uprising in New York City, signalling the beginning of the modern gay rights movement. Nursing and schools of nursing have a long history of heteronormativity, despite the profession being populated by women who were either members of a religious affiliation or lesbians in hiding. This article explores the historical background of nursing as a profession, the provision of healthcare to LGBTQ individuals, what educators need to include in curriculum, and finally several suggestions are provided for educators wondering how to introduce the content.