Ally Training: The Active Ally

Course description

The aim of the session is to provide participants with an understanding of what it means to be an Ally, and the role that Allies play in influencing cultural change within our organisation.  We will explore the fluidity of terminology, some unique challenges faced by LGBTIQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Transgender, Intersex and Queer) people, the impact that an inclusive culture has on the lived experiences of LGBTIQ identifying people, and the role of Allies through identity development.  Providing Allies with the foundational knowledge, skills and experience needed to continue the conversation and become an effective Ally for LGBTIQ peers.

Andrew Georgiou is a Relationship Manager with Pride in Diversity, and comes to Flinders to deliver this training as part of the University's membership with Pride in Diversity.  Pride in Diversity is Australia's first and only not-for-profit employer support program specifically designed to assist employers with all aspects of LGBTIQ inclusion.

For more information about this session, please contact Lisa O'Neill on ext. 13735 or email to: lisa.oneill@flinders.edu.au

Type of course

Workshop

Who should attend

Ally training is open to any staff member or student who wishes to better understand the issues and needs of sexually and gender diverse staff and students - and who is willing to consider becoming an Ally (and to act as a contact point for staff or students in relation to sexually diverse issues).

What you will learn

Content - Through the eyes of an Ally:

• What LGBTIQ inclusion is and is not
• The meaning and impact of invisible stigmatized identities
• The fluidity, impact and sensitivities of terminology and heteronormative assumptions
• Diversity of sex, gender identity, gender expression and orientation
• Why do people become Allies? Creating your story
• Characteristics of an effective Ally
• Levels of engagement
• Conduct a candid discussion in a safe environment to address questions, concerns and experiences
  

Prerequisites / assumed knowledge

Nil