Bringing Ourselves In: Creating Spaces of Welcome for 2S/LGBTQIA+ People

Level One Partner Workshop With anya gwynne

$44-64

Date

Monday, March 11, 2024 | 1:00 – 4:30 PM EST

Location

Sisson Room
Peterborough Lions Community Centre
347 Burnham Street
Peterborough, Ontario K9H 1T5

Course Description

Bringing Ourselves In: Creating Spaces of Welcome for 2S/LGBTQIA+ People is a dynamic training that contextualizes current issues experienced by minority sexual orientations, gender diverse and intersex people that engage with your organization. We explore intersectional identities, social determinants, systemic bias, issues related to gender identity and expression, and how to create welcoming spaces and more affirming interactions with service seekers. This training is an interactive experience, offering a supportive environment to engage and ask questions that benefit personal and professional development.

Learning Outcomes

• Informed on context and current issues that affect 2S/LGBTQIA+ people
• Develop an affirming care approach
• Better understand gender identity and expression
• Awareness of language
• Avoid lateral violence
• Manage mistakes… because we all make mistakes!

Basic Breakdown of Training Components

• Welcome and goals
• Canadian context of sexual orientation and gender identity
• Understanding Intersectionality
• Social determinants of health
• Our social location
• Components of human identity
• Understanding gender identity and expression
• Expanding our understanding of gender-based violence
• Why language matters and how it can be a distraction
• Your role and ways to create more welcoming spaces
• Questions and resources

Pricing

• Early Bird Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $44.00*
• Regular Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $54.00*
• Regular Ticket for Participants Outside of Peterborough: $64.00*

*Plus Eventbrite’s fee.

FAQs

Who should attend this workshop?
This workshop is designed specifically for helping professionals. We define “helping professional” as anyone in a position of interacting with people in providing a service.

How many people can attend?
Registration for this workshop has been capped at 36 participants.

What precautions will be in place regarding COVID-19?
Details on COVID precautions will be sent to registrants one week before the workshop. While we hope to be able to run this session, we may have to change or cancel it if new restrictions or issues come up.

Will food be provided?
Coffee, tea, and light snacks are included. Lunch will not be provided. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the Lions Centre. Please feel free to contact us for recommendations.

Is the venue accessible?
The Lions Centre is wheelchair accessible (lift and washroom facilities) and climate-controlled.

Is there parking?
There are 40 private parking spots and an overflow area, but come early as spaces can fill up fast! Street parking is also available.

What is a level one partner workshop?
This refers to a workshop that is being put on by another organization or individual with the support of A Question of Care. It is also being offered at a more basic, 101 level, though it can be beneficial to anyone regardless of their experience.

Will I receive a certificate for attending?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of attendance after participating in the workshop and filling out a post-course evaluation.

What is your refund policy?
We can offer refunds up to seven days before the first session. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable. After this period, we can accept substitutions. If we must cancel the workshop, you will receive a full refund. Your satisfaction is guaranteed.

Who can I contact with further questions?
If you have an accessibility request or any other questions, please contact the QoC Project Lead at or 705-927-3448.

The cost of this workshop has been subsidized through a partnership with the Peterborough Drug Strategy and its members. Additionally, local participants can contact us to apply for a bursary.