2S-LGBTQ+ people who want to utilize your services are looking for clues indicating that they are welcome. People will believe that you are unsafe until proven otherwise. People expect and deserve the right to feel comfortable to either access services or work in a space that is supportive and inclusive of their identity.
Safer Spaces is a capacity building program that offers organizational assessments, professional development workshops, and consultation services to create more inclusive services and workplaces for 2S-LGBTQ+ communities.
WHO SHOULD ENROLL?
Safer Spaces is a great development tool for:
1. Managers, directors, and executives
2. Human resource teams and employee resource groups
3. Everyone representing your organization
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Making your Job Easier
- Experience new perspectives and understandings through critical consideration of language, practices, and history
- Identify strategies towards greater inclusion to implement moving forward
- Reflect and challenge the roots of our own biases
Creating Awareness
- Reflect on the shared human experiences of sex, gender, expression, and orientation
- Understand the ways in which 2S-LGBTQ+ communities are disproportionately impacted by violence, poverty, and health inequities
- Explore barriers 2S-LGBTQ+ communities might experience to accessing your organization and services
Outline
- Why 2S-LGBTQ+ Inclusion Matters
- Concepts, Language, and Pronouns
- History and Human Rights
- Local Statistics/Experiences
- Trans Experiences
- Organizational Barriers
- Group Activities and Discussions
WORKSHOP PACKAGES
With adequate preparation time, workshop content will be based on your industry and program areas. We can also develop a custom workshop for your organization.
ONLINE TRAINING
A reimaging of our half day Professional Development workshop. Designed as a self-guided online learning experience where you can participate at your own pace.
INFO SESSION
$249
1 Hour (+ HST)
Perfect for generating interest in creating 2S-LGBTQ+ inclusion
Local Experiences & Stories
Industry Relevant Statistics
Workshop Topics
Services & Resources
*Info Sessions are not meant to replace educational workshops
HALF-DAY WORKSHOP
$749
4 Hours (+ HST)
Delivered in person, designed for less than 40 people
Why Inclusion Matters
Intro: Language & Terms
Pronouns & Customer Service
Queer & Trans History
Local Statistics & Experiences
Trans Experiences
Group Activities & Discussion
Navigating Barriers
Review & Resources
VIRTUAL ZOOM DELIVERY
$749
4-5 Hours (+ HST)
Designed digital and remote learners
Perfect for conferences, digital teams, and people working from home
Delivered over Zoom
One lead facilitator, one moderator
Held over two, 2.5-hour sessions held on different days
Variety of ways to interact with the content, including:
– Polls
– Breakout Rooms
– Direct messages with the co-facilitator(s)
– Group activities & discussions
All workshops includes digital and/or print copies of our latest educational resources. Workshops delivered outside of Barrie, may incur travel reimbursement at $0.41/km, and potential accommodations if necessary.
Prices listed above are fees for non-profit organizations, and increased fees will be applied for for-profit companies. We also can use a sliding scale for non-profits that are unable to pay full price for the services. Providing these services for a minimal fee helps us to continue offering this program beyond our grant period.
CONSULTATION SERVICES
Take advantage of our consultation services to enhance your level of 2S-LGBTQ+ accessibility and inclusion within your organization.
ASSESSMENT & REPORT
$99
(+ HST)
Organizational Assessment
Summarized Report Card
The Assessment Tool is, and will always be, free to use and access. The tool is a self assessment on 2S-LGBTQ+ inclusion, which covers organizational policy, culture, knowledge, resources, and more.
The analyzing and creation of the summarized report card, and presenting this back to the organization, is an optional paid service you can take advantage of. The Report Card can be used as a tool to measure progress in the program, and used as a template to create a work plan towards greater inclusion.
POSTERS & STICKERS
$5+
(+ HST)
Posters
Stickers
Digital Graphic
Promotional materials highlight the agency’s participation in the program and working towards creating a safer space for the 2S-LGBTQ+ community. Agencies must undergo adequate amount of professional development workshops, complete the organizational assessment, and have an ongoing commitment to 2S-LGBTQ+ inclusion.