Chicago is requiring its public school restrooms to become more "inclusive."
The signs read "All Gender Restroom," followed by, "This is a single-stall restroom. All gender identities and expressions are welcome here," according to a report. The deadline for posting the signs was Wednesday.
"We’re requiring all schools to adopt new signage to make our restrooms more inclusive," said Chicago Public Schools. "This is a big step forward for gender equity for our students and staff."
ICYMI: We’re requiring all schools to adopt new signage to make our restrooms more inclusive. This is a big step forward for gender equity for our students and staff. pic.twitter.com/4JPBdd1jQy
— CPS - Chicago Public Schools (@ChiPubSchools) November 30, 2021
The district's Office of Student Protections and Title IX is helping effectuate the plan.
"On top of ensuring that each of our schools is a safe learning environment, we're also taking steps to create more inclusive and supportive schools," said Camy Pratt, the district's chief Title IX officer.
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The office's mission is to "provide an equitable, inclusive, safe, supportive, and secure learning and working environment, in every school and neighborhood, in a District that is free from discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation, ensuring that all students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors can thrive," according to its website.