Language Matters - Better Words, Better Allyship

Language can be used to include or exclude. This FREE workshop will unpack key concepts around how identity and language can be used to support the inclusion of people from diverse genders, sexes, and sexualities.

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Describe terms that relate to diverse sexes, genders, and bodies

• Describe the connection between language and inclusion

• Use language appropriate to support LGBTIQA+ inclusion

Content:

• 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