It is important to acknowledge that a person's gender identity may differ from the sex they were assigned at birth, and this can lead them to identify as trans. This can include binary trans individuals, nonbinary individuals, and those who are gender non-conforming and trans. Transphobia arises from a refusal to accept trans individuals and their identity as real and valid. It can take various forms and can be directed towards trans people, nonbinary individuals, and/or gender non-conforming individuals, leading to both direct and indirect discrimination.
Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event celebrated worldwide on March 31st to bring awareness to the accomplishments and challenges faced by transgender people. As organisations strive to foster inclusive work environments, it is important to understand the challenges faced by transgender employees and implement policies to support their well-being.
One of the biggest barriers to inclusion is the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing, no more so than with Trans and Non-Binary people. In this open and authentic fireside chat, Joanne will take prepared and questions from the audience in a "no holds barred" conversation.
Many LGBTQIA+ people of faith face a difficult dilemma. How can we be true to ourselves both as LGBTQIA+ individuals and as people of faith? What happens if some of our faith group’s beliefs clash with…
Creating a Vision for Success: The Key to Thriving in Business and Personal Life In this episode, Joanne Lockwood and Kate Trafford explore the importance of diversity of thought, the power of inclusive leadership, and the…
When it comes to LGBTQIA+ terminology, there are a few things to keep in mind to avoid being offensive. We spoke directly with Joanne Lockwood, Speaker on Inclusivity and Diversity, to hear her thoughts and gain…
