The Scottish Government said that it will introduce the first LGBT curriculum in school’s across the nation—making it the first country to do so. The announcement was made by Scotland’s Deputy First Minister John Swinney who told parliament about the new educational program that will be instituted immediately. All of the schools in the country, that are public and not private, will teach students about the LGBT community.

This curriculum will help children understand different terminology and utilize programs to prevent bullying and homophobia through the education of the community’s history.

The LGBTI Inclusive Education Working Group made 33 recommendations to the Scottish government after being commissioned to help elevate the country’s educational system.

“Scotland is already considered one of the most progressive countries in Europe for LGBTI equality,” Deputy First Minister John Swinney said in a press release. “I am delighted to announce we will be the first country in the world to have LGBTI inclusive education embedded within the curriculum.” He continued: “Our education system must support everyone to reach their full potential. That is why it is vital the curriculum is as diverse as the young people who learn in our schools.”