Presented by Working It Out this session covers:

• Unpacking gender, sex and sexuality identities – definitions and terminology

• Pronouns and misgendering

• Everyday experiences of stigma, discrimination and isolation and their impacts through language and action

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this session participants will be able to:

• Describe key terms that relate to sexual and gender diversity

• Describe the connection between language and inclusion

• Use language appropriately to support LGBTIQ+ inclusion

About our facilitators

Working It Out trainers are qualified educators with expertise in adult learning. They create safe, interactive and reflective spaces for participants using their experience and expertise from being part of, and working extensively with, the LGBTIQ+ community.

To ensure a successful event, please:

· Don’t attend if you are unwell

· Let us know if you can’t attend so we can offer your place to someone else

· Let us know if you have any support needs, or if a support person will be coming with you.

Accessibility:

· The multi-level car park (corner of Best Street and Fenton Way) provides disabled access parking, lift access and flat walking surfaces between the car park and the paranaple centre. Council parking fees apply.

· Entrance to the paranaple centre is via automatic doors at both Market Square and Rooke Street entrances. The Market Square entrance offers universal access and is available at the touch of a button, providing ease for patrons with access difficulties.

· Inside the paranaple centre, Devonport Library is located on both ground and first floors. Escalators, lifts and stairs are available to take you between the two floors. A parent and child room is situated on the ground floor and accessible toilets are available on all floors.

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