Bisexual Muslim woman backs controversial school lessons about LGBT rights

A bisexual woman who is a practising Muslim says she grew up hearing comments like "You don't deserve to exist, you're a freak and a non believer" from people within her community.

Hafsa Quereshi was bullied throughout her teenage years for being different and says she suffered as a consequence.

She's been sharing her story after seeing protests by parents in Birmingham who disagree with the teaching of LGBT rights in primary schools.

Parents in Birmingham have been protesting lessons about inclusivity, including LGBT rights. Credit: ITV News Central

The campaigners want the inclusive 'No Outsiders' programme to be abolished.

Some parents say it's not age appropriate, and they want their religious views to be taken into account.

But Hafsa says the lessons are necessary.