The creation of safe, caring, and inclusive schools is important for both students and staff. Human rights legislation protects B.C. students from discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. The following tools and resources are available to support Boards of Education to ensure collective understanding and centre school environments for student equity and well-being: BCSTA Guidelines for Public Engagement at Board meetings; School Act, section 177; and B.C. Human Rights Code.