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Allyship and Inclusion
Learn how to create environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
This is a practical, action-oriented workshop that helps participants build the skills and confidence to show up as effective allies.
LGBTQ+ Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of sexual orientation, gender identity, pronouns, LGBTQ+ terminology, stereotypes, microaggressions, privilege. Provides foundational knowledge and answers common questions.
Trans/Nonbinary Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of trans/nonbinary identities, pronoun use, terminology, gender transitions, inclusive facilities and communication. Participants learn respectful communication practices, and how to create affirming spaces for people of all gender identities and expressions.
Intersectionality
This session offers a deeper, clear, step-by-step explanation of how intersectionality works—moving beyond popularized simplistic or confusing descriptions. Participants gain a deeper understanding of structural inequities and practical tools for building more inclusive practices and systems. (It is recommended that participants first complete the LGBTQ Basics educational session).
It's not just you: alternative approaches to learning pronouns
Trying your hardest and still struggling with pronouns? Adult brains lack plasticity. Learning new pronouns requires a cognitive reframe. This workshop is comprised of a series of exercises, grounded in cognitive behavioral and adult learning theory, designed to help you learn pronouns more quickly and effectively.
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Schools, Universities & Student Groups
It's Not Just You: Alternative Approaches to Learning Pronouns
Why do so many people struggle with pronouns? Adult brains lack plasticity. Learning new pronouns requires a cognitive reframe. We will explore why the pronoun learning process is slower and share strategies for facilitating the process. This workshop can be customized to include a series of exercises, grounded in cognitive behavioral and adult learning theory, designed to help participants learn pronouns more quickly and effectively.
Allyship and Inclusion
Learn how to create environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
This is a practical, action-oriented workshop that helps participants build the skills and confidence to show up as effective allies.
LGBTQ+ Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of sexual orientation, gender identity, pronouns, LGBTQ+ terminology, stereotypes, microaggressions, privilege. Provides foundational knowledge and answers common questions.
Trans/Nonbinary Basics
A clear and accessible introduction to the basics of trans/nonbinary identities, pronoun use, terminology, gender transitions, inclusive facilities and communication. Participants learn respectful communication practices, and how to create affirming spaces for people of all gender identities and expressions.
Intersectionality
This session offers a deeper, clear, step-by-step explanation of how intersectionality works—moving beyond popularized simplistic or confusing descriptions. Participants gain a deeper understanding of structural inequities and practical tools for building more inclusive practices and systems. (It is recommended that participants first complete the LGBTQ Basics educational session).
Understanding Federal Attacks on LGBTQ Rights
This session breaks down current federal legislation affecting LGBTQ+ people, how MA law provides some protections, and explores what these challenges mean for affected individuals. Topics include gender-marker changes, access to gender-affirming care, Title IX, facility access, trans athletes, and more—plus strategies for staying safe, supported, and proactive.
Trans Athletes: Facts & Myths
This first part of this session offers an overview of what current scientific research actually tells us about trans athletes and competitive performance. We will examine how sports policies and eligibility rules affect all trans athletes, intersex athletes, and athletes assigned female at birth. The second part of the session reviews the most common arguments in the public debate—usually framed as a conflict between fairness and inclusion—in an effort to identify common ground.
Gender Affirming Practices and Products for Masc-Leaning People
Exactly how does trans tape work? What are the options for keeping a packer in place? What’s a packer? Can I wear my binder in the pool, please! This practical session covers gender affirming approaches and products used for chest flattening, packing, standing to pee, and swimming – including advantages, challenges, and safety tips.
Special Topics
Supporting Trans People in the Workplace/ LGBTQ Inclusive Workplaces
Build a workplace where all employees can thrive. This session provides practical guidance for HR and leadership teams for creating an inclusive and equitable workplace culture. Topics include hiring and onboarding practices, benefits and leave policies, inclusive forms and digital systems, respectful use of names and pronouns, and best practices for supporting workplace transitions.
Beyond the Rainbows: Being a Good Business/Corporate Ally
Business and corporate partners are valuable members of the LGBTQ+ community. Research shows that LGBTQ+ customers prefer to support brands that demonstrate genuine allyship. This session helps organizations move beyond symbolic gestures to meaningful, sustained commitment. Participants learn how to build authentic relationships with LGBTQ+ communities, avoid “rainbow washing,” and integrate inclusive practices into branding, customer engagement, workplace culture, and community partnerships.
Affirming Care for Providers
This practice-focused training equips healthcare providers and office staff with the knowledge and skills to offer respectful, gender-affirming care to LGBTQ+ patients in everyday practice. Participants will learn current LGBTQ+ terminology, affirming language for anatomy and body parts, the complexities of gender variance, and best practices for inclusive communication (including forms and intake practices). Leave with clear guidance, useful scripts, and actionable steps that can be implemented immediately to create a more welcoming environment for all patients.
Understanding Federal Attacks on LGBTQ Rights
This session breaks down current federal legislation affecting LGBTQ+ people, how MA law provides some protections, and explores what these challenges mean for affected individuals. Topics include gender-marker changes, access to gender-affirming care, Title IX, facility access, trans athletes, and more—plus strategies for staying safe, supported, and proactive.
Trans Athletes: Facts & Myths
This first part of this session offers an overview of what current scientific research actually tells us about trans athletes and competitive performance. We will examine how sports policies and eligibility rules affect all trans athletes, intersex athletes, and athletes assigned female at birth. The second part of the session reviews the most common arguments in the public debate—usually framed as a conflict between fairness and inclusion—in an effort to identify common ground.
Workshop: Exploring Gender Identity and Expression
What is the relationship between your gender identity, gender expression, and sense of embodiment? This reflective, guided journey helps you examine the empowering and affirmative possibilities.
Gender Affirming Practices and Products for Masc-Leaning People
Exactly how does trans tape work? What are the options for keeping a packer in place? What’s a packer? Can I wear my binder in the pool, please! This practical session covers gender affirming approaches and products used for chest flattening, packing, standing to pee, and swimming – including advantages, challenges, and safety tips.
Strategies for Improved, Empowered Coping and Resilience
This strengths-focused workshop helps students identify, affirm, and expand their existing resilience skills. Participants explore practical strategies for handling microaggressions, misgendering, and stressful situations, and identify community-based practices that sustain long-term resilience.
Workplace and Business
for ERG's, HR, and DEI Professionals
Supporting Trans People in the Workplace/ LGBTQ Inclusive Workplaces
Build a workplace where all employees can thrive. This session provides practical guidance for HR and leadership teams for creating an inclusive and equitable workplace culture. Topics include hiring and onboarding practices, benefits and leave policies, inclusive forms and digital systems, respectful use of names and pronouns, and best practices for supporting workplace transitions.
Beyond the Rainbows: Being a Good Business/Corporate Ally
Business and corporate partners are valuable members of the LGBTQ+ community. Research shows that LGBTQ+ customers prefer to support brands that demonstrate genuine allyship. This session helps organizations move beyond symbolic gestures to meaningful, sustained commitment. Participants learn how to build authentic relationships with LGBTQ+ communities, avoid “rainbow washing,” and integrate inclusive practices into branding, customer engagement, workplace culture, and community partnerships.
Understanding Federal Attacks on LGBTQ Rights
This session breaks down current federal legislation affecting LGBTQ+ people, how MA law provides some protections, and explores what these challenges mean for affected individuals. Topics include gender-marker changes, access to gender-affirming care, Title IX, facility access, trans athletes, and more—plus strategies for staying safe, supported, and proactive.
