Oh, so this is the Queer Agenda everyone keeps talking about! In this talk, Madeline English explores the ways in which queer people connect to history and why expanding social studies curriculum is necessary in a world that is constantly trying to erase queer impacts. Madeline English is the Founder and Creator of the Queer Agenda, a Texas-based queer education station specializing in history, issues, and support. Through her work with the Queer Agenda, Madeline has raised hundreds of dollars for Texas-based queer youth organizations and has amassed a following of over fifteen thousand learners. Madeline has been studying queer history for six years and is passionate about bridging the gap in traditional educational settings. Currently, she is studying English at Texas State University and plans to further her education in graduate programs relative to gender and sexuality. Madeline is an avid writer with publications such as "Things Humans Do That I Miss," "You May All Go to Hell, But I Will Go to Bucc-ee's," "Why Pride Isn't Just for June," and "Being an Effective Trans Ally." This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx