LGBTQIA+ Inclusion

ReadySet combines high level learning, practical ally skills and policy suggestions to fundamentally shift toward more inclusive workplaces for LGBTQIA+ communities. Marginalization of LGBTQIA+ communities remains a persistent issue in the American workplace. Bridging intersectional frameworks for gender with pragmatic suggestions for change, we provide actionable steps toward meaningful diversity.

The objective of this training is to equip employees with a wider knowledge base, cultural comfort and practical ally skills around LGBTQIA+ communities, specifically trans, non-binary and intersex communities.

Learning Outcomes

  • Reflect on the social construction of gender and the difference between gender and sex

  • Knowledge of high impact issues facing LGBTQIA+ communities

  • Familiarity and ease using gender neutral pronouns

  • Comfort addressing the harm of misgendering, violating privacy, using narrow language

  • Practical skills and suggestions for allyship with LGBTQIA+ communities

Content May Include

  • Gender expansive terminology

  • Gender identity, presentation, sexual identity and biological sex and how they influence and shape the workplace

  • Intersectional lenses, examining dynamics around gender binaries, sexual orientation, class, ability and race

  • Pragmatic tips and techniques on preventing and addressing LGBTQIA+ marginalization in the workplace

  • Suggestions for systemic measures to prevent workplace inequality

Methodology

Learning sessions are highly interactive and participatory to encourage active learning and engagement with the material. Workshops will likely include lecture presentation, large group discussion and scenario discussion facilitated through virtual tools.