More Than Flags and Rainbows - Virtual Book Launch

Join us on Monday 17th November 4.00-5.00pm to celebrate the publication of Ian Timbrell's new book: It's More Than Flags and Rainbows

This event is an opportunity for:

• Existing and aspiring DEIB leaders to come to listen and learn from an experienced DEIB practitioners.
• School leaders and governors to gain insights from the book about how best to approach belonging in the classroom.

About this book:

It’s More than Flags and Rainbows is an inspirational handbook that provides educators with step-by-step guidance for creating truly inclusive schools where every child feels safe, seen and supported.

Thinking beyond the rainbow.

Drawing upon his own lived experience as an LGBTQ+ individual and educator, Ian Timbrell communicates his vision for comprehensively inclusive schools with authenticity, relatability and heart. It’s More than Flags and Rainbows helps schools develop the confidence and the know-how to ensure meaningful, consistent and fully inclusive provision for all. It promotes inclusivity that goes far beyond symbolic flags and rainbows.

Taking schools on a journey towards improvement, this book enables schools to plan strategically and establish an environment where all children and young people can freely express their authentic selves.

Written with warmth, passion and empathy, this groundbreaking book encourages 

schools to think ‘beyond the rainbow’, inviting them to create meaningful and lasting 

change for the LGBTQ+ students in their care.

Essential reading for headteachers, teachers, pastoral leads and anyone passionate 

about LGBTQ+ inclusion and diversity in schools.

About the author:

Ian Timbrell is the founder of More Than Flags and Rainbows, a not-for-profit organisation that supports schools and charities with LGBTQ+ inclusion. He is an Independent Thinking Associate and has delivered inspiring talks and workshops across the UK that empower educators to tackle homophobic bullying, embrace equity and foster inclusivity. Drawing on his personal journey and 20 years of teaching experience, Ian’s debut title, It’s More Than Flags and Rainbows provides schools with the knowledge and strategies to create meaningful, lasting change for LGBTQ+ inclusion.

We would love to see you there!

For more information contact Hannah@DiverseEducators.co.uk