On Wednesday, September 28, the State Council validated the circular authorizing transgender children to bring the name of their choice to school. Despite the criticisms and the appeal presented for the cancellation of this circular, the Council of State believes that it respects the law.
Transgender children are allowed to use their new first name in school
On Wednesday, September 28, the State Council validated the circular authorizing transgender children to bring the name of their choice to school. This circular allows us to reconsider the part of a law of 1794 which provides that ” no citizen can have a surname or name other than those expressed in the birth certificate “.
To respond to the criticisms that wanted to invalidate this circular, citing an “excess of power”, the Council of State specifies that this authorization only concerns the internal life of the establishment. National exams, for example, will be held under the name of birth. In fact, this circular does not violate the law.
The importance of an inclusive school
The State Council recalls that the school is required to guarantee optimal conditions for the study and progress of all. These optimal conditions include creating a safe environment that respects the identity of children, especially transgenders.
The use of the dead name (birth name) is painful and humiliating for transgender people who see their identity rejected. Sociological studies clearly show that his work, and all that this work entails, can impair learning.
The state appears (in theory) to be committed to making schools more inclusive and ensuring a peaceful climate for all students, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Earlier this month Pap Ndiaye, Minister of National Education, returned to the absolute necessity of providing education courses on sexuality and equality. These different measures make it possible to combat gender inequalities and LGBT phobias that every year compromise the school career of many students.
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