This episode's guest is Dr Precious Simba, a lecturer in the department of education policy studies at Stellenbosch University. She holds a masters degree in gender & development from the University of Sussex and a PhD in education policy studies.

Key Takeaways:

- Definitions of gender, gender identity & sexuality (01:15)

- The influence of society on gender binaries (10:48)

- Current debates around gender identity in schools (14:42)

- The line between creating an inclusive space for learners while not alienating their parents (17:11)

- How to support non-binary children while holding contradictory personal beliefs (20:00)

- On the value of maintaining multiple beliefs simultaneously (25:04)

- On the value of divergent views in a democracy (26:21)

- On the future of inclusive environments for different gender identities (29:16)

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Presented by Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Education, Staffroom Chatter aims to create the space for critical conversation between academics, experts and students. It exists to paint a clearer picture by analyzing the current South African education system.

Staffroom Chatter - from our eyes to your ears.

Hosts: Wilnelie Niemand, Michaela Chetty & George Jonker

Producer: Joshua Prinsloo