Educational Resources

LGBTQIA+ Library Resources

"All resources in this guide are available through the OCC Library to students, staff and faculty. This is not an exhaustive list - there is much more to find on this topic in our collections!"

Check out our LGBTQIA+ library resources!

Queer Liberation Library

A free online database full of LGBTQ+ eBooks and audiobooks. Pride - Queer Liberation Library – Pride - Queer Liberation Library - OverDrive

TRANScend Toolkit – A Toolkit to Go Beyond the Classroom (and College) for Trans and Non-Binary Students’ Success at the California Community Colleges

Campus Pride Index

Campus Pride Index is a national listing of LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges. It is the only one of its kind and a valuable national assessment tool, both for campuses that are looking for ways to improve their LGBTQ campus life and for LGBTQ students seeking a safe and affirming campus.

Campus Pride Index Website

Sample Inclusion Statement for Syllabus

This is a safe learning environment. I will monitor discussion posts to ensure that students share views and opinions respectfully and in a manner that is conducive to learning. Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. If you experience an issue in this class, please contact me immediately. If you are uncomfortable reporting the issue to me directly, please contact the appropriate campus resource.