Evaluation of an Antihomophobic, Bi-phobic, and Transphobic (HB&T) bullying programme

This document describes an evaluation of various programs designed to combat homophobic, biphobic, and transphobic (HB&T) bullying in schools. The programs aimed to improve school policies, enhance staff training, and provide direct support to pupils, with the overarching goal of creating a more inclusive school environment. The evaluation utilized a range of methods, including surveys, qualitative case studies, interviews, and logic models, to measure the effectiveness of the initiatives. Results showed that staff training increased awareness and confidence in addressing HB&T bullying, and that cascading knowledge to other staff members was beneficial. However, challenges such as insufficient leadership support, limited teacher capacity, and mixed success in changing pupil attitudes were identified. The evaluation underscored the necessity of a comprehensive school approach and continuous support to maintain advancements. Despite methodological limitations and the need for cautious interpretation of the findings, the evaluation provided insights into key mechanisms for change and the importance of visibility for LGB&T role models. The document concludes that while the data is indicative, it suggests that ongoing support and diverse strategies are crucial for the sustained success of anti-HB&T bullying efforts in schools. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Government Equalities Office (GEO)
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: Department for Education (DfE)
• Evaluation types: Process evaluation
• Process methods: Other
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: July 2016

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes