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Sense of Belonging at School Key to LGBT Students’ Success

By University of Auckland — 2019

Students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) are more likely to achieve at school if they feel a sense of belonging, regardless of whether or not they report being bullied.

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