How Folau settlement has saved lives

'Having this drawn out would have continued and enhanced the harm done to these kids, with all of the negative sentiments that have been directed towards the community.' 9WWOS

Rugby Australia's settlement of the Israel Folau case is not a backdown, but rather a win for at-risk LGBT kids on what is a "public health issue", says a leading behavioural scientist.

He's conducted nearly 20 studies in 42 different sports on the impacts of homophobic language on kids, and says the link between homophobic language and the high rates of suicide and self-harm among LGBT youth is clear.

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