“What an eye-opening experience! It added to my understanding of the personal and professional complexities of gender. We are better prepared to minimize instances of discrimination — inside and outside the office.”

Seattle Office of Civil Rights

Training Benefits

Many schools and organizations understand the importance of addressing sexism or cultural diversity in their environments, and yet do not completely understand or address issues of diverse gender identity and expression.

Our program enables administrators and staff to examine how gender is socially constructed and subsequently restricted. This in-depth examination is the first step towards developing a positive, supportive, and non-discriminatory environment that will benefit all children, including gender non-conforming and transgender children. The understanding gained in our trainings can dramatically increase positive outcomes for these children, as well as their families.

Additionally, our trainings address the educational and environmental influences that impact gender non-conforming children and teens, and how these influence self esteem and development. We help your administrators, teachers, staff and personnel move from awareness to action in order to create more inclusive and productive environments. A proactive approach to gender identity awareness and education enables these children to flourish — achieving a more holistic, confident sense of self.

Because of the limited understanding of the natural range of gender expression, agencies and institutions may unknowingly support discriminatory practices — practices based predominantly on personal beliefs rather than current, evidence-based information and policy. We are committed to helping you eliminate discrimination. Our trainings provide accurate, up-to-date, accessible information regarding the best practices you can implement to make positive changes in your environment.

Working within the specifics and distinctions of your school or agency, we will address both theory and practice. Our educators will help you navigate gender-specific issues such as camping trips, uniforms, bathrooms, dating, and more. We can assist you with the practical applications and concerns that arise when working within a gender diverse community.

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