Trans Affirming Training & Consulting

NEXT WEEK: Two-Part Training: Creating Trans Affirming Workspaces and Organizations TransWork is proud to host Trans Affirming Training & Consulting, a member LGBTBE, to provide training workshops on how you and your company can engage the process of creating a safe and affirming environment for trans people. You're invited to join us for these educational sessions, and you do not need to have any specific knowledge already to attend. In the first workshop, "Trans 101," we will work to build a shared understanding of trans identities and issues that trans people may face in employment and/or other settings. We will also discuss the vocabulary that is appropriate to use when talking about or to trans people, and we welcome (appropriate) questions both during the session and in advance (transwork@thinkiba.com). Part 1: Trans 101 October 29th, 1-2:30pm Eastern Time Part 2: Creating Trans Affirming Workspaces November 12, 1-2:30pm Eastern Time Both sessions will be virtual and free for all. There will be recordings available if you are not able to attend live or wish to review materials after the event. REGISTER HERE FOR FREE: https://lnkd.in/em5yiqCX

Since 2023, nearly half of states in the U.S. have enacted anti-DEI laws of different kinds, and nearly all states have introduced anti-DEI bills. Yet, despite these counter efforts, Americans nationwide overwhelmingly support #DEI values. Last week, MAP released a new report that breaks down opponents’ strategies targeting DEI within government, education, and the private sector and demonstrates the harmful impacts these calculated, widespread attacks have upon our communities. 📖🔗 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/exE6xCca

We're ONE WEEK AWAY from the first part of this incredible series with Trans Affirming Training and Consulting! Learn more and register for our "Trans 101" session at the first link below, or read on here for a summary of the workshop. https://lnkd.in/ewqAwPAb https://lnkd.in/eh4mXrbj May 8th, 12-1:30pm: TRANS 101 This session helps to build a shared understanding of what it means to be transgender and/or non-binary, and participants will gain a basic understanding of how to engage with trans people in respectful and affirming ways. We will be moving into a conversation specifically about Trans Affirming Workspaces to dig deeper and discuss specific action items. June 6th, 1-2:30pm: TRANS AFFIRMING WORKSPACES AND ORGANIZATIONS This session will include discussion of common barriers trans folks face in the workforce and outline best practices for creating an environment where we can bring our full selves to our work. This training helps leadership, managers/supervisors, and peers understand their role in making their workplace more trans-affirming. Please direct any questions to transwork@thinkiba.com, thank you!

I am beeeeeyond excited to share this new, important resource from Advocates for Youth, authored by ME (yes, me, gurl!) and a bunch of incredibly intelligent, passionate people. We poured our hearts into creating this guide, as a direct response to the onslaught of anti-trans bullshit happening in our schools. This project means so much to me personally and professionally. This is my first lil publication (!!). It contains so much of the work I do each and every day in service of our young people across the U.S. The opportunity to work with such an amazing, well-respected org like AfY was life-changing. A special shout-out to Jaymie and Louie who held me so tenderly through this project and believed in me when I was having trouble believing I could do something like this. It meant more than you know. Please share with all of your teacher/admin friends and youth-serving networks! To download the full guide: https://lnkd.in/gXmqHHiu