The Best Cities for Black, Queer, Non-Christian Homeschoolers

The most inclusive environments for homeschoolers in the US and around the world, according to families.

In recent years, the search for an inclusive, supportive environment has become a central concern for many families. For Black, queer, non-Christian homeschooling families, this search can be even more challenging. As someone who has lived in various cities across the United States and is tired of its anti-Black racism, anti-trans politics, and general lack of community, I empathize with the desire to find a better place to raise a family.

To stay or to go?

For those who choose to remain in the U.S., joining groups working towards systemic change can provide a sense of community and shared purpose.

Events like the Homeschool Yo Kids Expos, which travel through several states each year and attract a Black audience, can help foster community connections. These Expos, along with their podcasts and YouTube content, serve as valuable resources for building supportive networks.

Smaller towns centered around large universities tend to be more inclusive. However, these towns can sometimes be isolated bubbles surrounded by predominantly white, Christian areas, which may not offer the desired level of diversity. Cities with diverse populations and strong homeschooling communities are worth exploring.

For families considering relocating outside the U.S., moving can offer opportunities for greater acceptance, safety, and community support that may not be available domestically. International places like London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Gaborone, Vancouver, and Montreal have been highlighted for their multicultural environments, strong support for LGBTQIA+ rights, and more inclusive attitudes towards diverse families. Exploring these global options may provide a fresh start in a more welcoming and supportive environment.

The choice to stay and make change or to go is highly personal and dependent on individual circumstances and needs. Decisions made by BIPOC families for their survival and well-being should be respected and not judged.

In this Substack, I try to listen to the needs of the community, and do extensive research to help save families time and stress. That said, I identify as a straight, white woman of Eastern European descent. To research this topic, I did a deep dive on what BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ families have to say about the best (and worst) places to provide a secular homeschooling education to their kids.

These recommendations do not come from my direct experience of discrimination or inclusion living in these communities, but from the feedback of BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ secular homeschooling parents who have.

With that said, please forgive my bias and be generous with your feedback to help me make this community inclusive as possible for all of you.

The Best Cities for Black, Queer, Non-Christian Homeschoolers

Internationally

1. London, UK