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.
Q: How can businesses be more LGBTQIA+ inclusive? I was at a conference recently for Diversity and Inclusion Leaders where this very question was raised. Me, being the rebel I am, threw a lesser discussed question to the panel… Q: How can businesses be more trans inclusive? The two questions are subtly different. All subsets of the LGBTQIA+ community have different needs and require different approaches to inclusion. Inclusion of sexual orientation may look different than inclusion for gender identity.
Part of our bite-sized learning modules focussing on Trans Healthcare in the United Kingdom. Healthcare for trans people is stressful. gender-affirming surgery is limited. Waiting lists are long. General medical support is a lottery. What can you do as an ally to support your friends, family, and colleagues as they navigate healthcare in the UK?
Have you noticed how more and more people seem to be announcing their gender identity? There are more trans celebrities, more transgender roles in film and TV, and more debate about rights than ever before. But…
This interactive workshop runs as a half-day, online or in-person, and aims to help you build a more transgender-inclusive organisation. The core objectives of this workshop will focus on engaging with HR or D&I Professionals to assist in building implementable policies and procedures.
Busting the myths of inter-generational stereotypes Henry works with generations in the workforce to help them become more productive and effective. She gives us an overview of the generations, busts some myths and provides us with…