Free Workshops

🕐 Length: 90-Minutes
👤 Primary Audience: Secondary and Post-Secondary School Community

Draw the Line Against Transphobic Violence is a free, 90-minute, instructor-led webinar that will help participants recognize harmful dynamics, and build skills for fostering cultures of consent, gender inclusion, and healthier relationships overall. This session is designed for students, educators, administrators, and staff in both secondary and post-secondary schools in Canada. Join us in creating awareness that leads to action. When we empower students, staff, and educators to take steps towards allyship, we can build inclusive schools. Learn more about this program.

The presence of affirming adults both inside and outside the home environment are a critical factor in protecting the positive mental health and overall well-being of 2SLGBTQI youth.​ This interactive workshop explores the vital role that all adults across the community can take up in promoting environments where 2SLGBTQI youth can thrive.​ Participants will consider key characteristics of what being affirming means and discuss practical strategies any adult interacting with 2SLGBTQI youth can put to use right away.

Building on the foundations laid in Affirming Adults, this workshop focuses on supporting parents and caregivers in building the skills, confidence, and support networks needed to help their 2SLGBTQI youth thrive. Discussions will explore the practical and emotional aspects of caring for a 2SLGBTQI young person, youth advocacy, and empowerment. Participants will have opportunities to share their experiences and promising practices with one another and learn about available organizations and resources dedicated to supporting 2SLGBTQI people and families.​