2SLGBTQI Workplace Inclusion
Egale offers private, public and not-for-profit sector organizations reliable, high-quality training and development for professional, management and organizational development on both a local and national scale. We aim to help clients develop the strategy, motivation, and accountability required to foster 2SLGBTQI inclusion and safer space.
Egale promotes and fosters the human rights and equitable inclusion of Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and intersex (2SLGBTQI) people in community, schools, and work through consultation, programs and services, training & development and community engagement.
There is greater demand for and increased value of companies stocks because of expected benefits of diversity and inclusion policies. Top 5 companies with currently most popular stocks have LGBTI inclusive policies in place – CNN Business, 2019
of LGBTQ employees in Canada report experiencing discrimination in the workplace compared to only 3% of non-LGBTQ employees
of trans people are turned down or suspect they were turned down for a job because they were trans
of openly 2SLGBTQI people leave their workplaces because they feel unwelcome or unsupported by management.
of the top 50 Fortune 500 companies feel that diversity policies (including sexual orientation and gender identity) are good for business.
Egale offers private, public and not-for-profit sector organizations reliable, high-quality training and development for professional, management and organizational development on both a local and national scale. But why choose Egale Canada?
Did You Know?
Egale is a Vendor of Record for EDI training services with the Government of Ontario
Join us in creating workplace inclusion with our crafted live facilitator-led online and in-person workshops!
Choose from our workshop topics:
Workplace Inclusion for Gender and Sexual Diversity is a 90-minute live facilitated interactive training session that introduces participants to the diverse identities and experiences captured by the 2SLGBTQI acronym, and gets them thinking about the workplace norms and practices that contribute to an unwelcoming atmosphere for 2SLGBTQI identifying persons. These ideas are then used to ground a discussion on the importance of respectful and inclusive language. Participants will gain awareness of the critical importance of fostering safer and more inclusive work spaces, and will leave with tips on how to be more affirming and supportive in their interactions with 2SLGBTQI colleagues, clients/guests, and other interested parties. This is a foundational training that everyone should start their 2SLGBTQI inclusion journey with and our best seller.
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This program contains 1 hour and 30 minutes of EDI Professionalism content
2SLGBTQI Workplace Inclusion: Considerations for Leadership explores what it means to lead 2SLGBTQI-inclusive teams. Discrimination based on gender and sexuality can manifest in a multitude of overt and subtle ways across workplace that can have significant impacts on the organization and its staff. Participants will learn to use a three-lens model to uncover potential barriers for 2SLGBTQI people within the organization’s existing practices and consider more inclusive alternatives. By exploring promising practices across functional areas, participants will leave equipped with concrete, practical tips for leading inclusion efforts within their workplace.
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Trans Inclusion in the Workplace: Fostering Inclusive Teams introduces teams to basic concepts and practical tips for supporting gender diverse staff within the organization. Discussion topics include trans and non-binary identities, gender affirming transitions, common barriers to workplace inclusion for trans and non-binary people, and best practices around language and personal information. First-person accounts of trans workplace experiences and interactive Q&A help participants to connect concepts and reflect on what they can do to support trans and non-binary colleagues. This session provides a safe arena for participants to develop shared understandings of what it means to work in a trans-positive workplace. The session is delivered by a facilitator with a trans lived experience enabling them to speak to content through direct experience, while also lending concreteness and immediacy to the material and supporting empathy-building in participants.
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Trans Inclusion in the Workplace: Considerations for Managers and Supervisors explores what it means to lead gender-diverse teams. Transphobia can manifest in a multitude of overt and subtle ways across workplace, from interpersonal interactions to structural barriers. This session invites participants to reflect on existing organizational and personal practices that might be presenting barriers for trans and non-binary staff and consider more inclusive alternatives. By exploring best practices for inclusion across functional areas, participants will also develop a foundational understanding of their potential role in supporting staff transitioning in the workplace.
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Sports Inclusion for Gender and Sexual Diversity is an interactive session where participants are introduced to gender identity and gender expression as components of a person’s identity and as grounds protected in human rights legislation. Learners will also explore the ways in which popular myths and traditional sports structures continue to disenfranchise trans and gender diverse Canadian athletes. Consideration will be given to how these issues play out in both competitive and recreational sport environments, and to how coaches, administrators, umpires, and members can help to foster safer and more inclusive spaces for trans and gender diverse persons in the organization.
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2SLGBTQI History in Canada explores the evolution of societal perceptions and attitudes toward 2SLGBTQI people from pre-colonialization to today. Participants will gain an understanding of the events, including Pride, that have influenced Canadian society and continue to shape 2SLGBTQI communities. This session will discuss Indigenous, Black, and Western contributions to our understanding of 2SLGBTQI history and how these perspectives inform our current advocacy. This is our latest learning product which is a particularly great option to celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Lesbophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) which was created in Canada, the Pride Month or other notable 2SLGBTQI awareness day.
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2SLGBTQI Inclusion for Mental Health and Social Service Providers invites participants to delve into the complex natures of human gender, attraction, and personal identity. Participants will consider the impacts of cultural and structural biases within Canada’s mental health systems on the mental health and well-being of 2SLGBTQI people. These ideas are then used to ground discussions sensitizing participants to practices that can compromise client trust and use inclusive language as a component of fostering safer and more inclusive services and programs. Participants will leave the session equipped with strategies that can be implemented immediately in their professional practice, along with further resources to support their continued learning.
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Custom training: If our standard training offerings do not quite match your specific requirements, our team will be delighted to partner with you to design and deliver a customized learning solution that meets your unique needs.
Contact us today, and let us craft a training program that suits you perfectly.
We provide a comprehensive review of your organization’s policies, procedures, guidelines, manuals, and various communication materials, including public statements, social media posts, website content, posters, flyers, press releases and more – all with a focus on 2SLGBTQI inclusion.
Our aim is to align your practices with best standards and help you create a more welcoming, respectful, equitable and representative workplace that attracts a diverse talent and enhances your organizational identity.
Discover insights from Canada’s leading 2SLGBTQI subject matter experts.
Available for events, panels and other speaking opportunities, our engaging speakers cover a range of 2SLGBTQI-related topics such as education, employment, family, hate crimes, healthcare, intersectionality, legal rights, queer politics, and many more.
Gain valuable knowledge to foster a more inclusive and safer environment while celebrating Canada’s diverse identity at your event.
Trans and Nonbinary Inclusion
In this talk on trans and nonbinary inclusion, we will explore strategies to create supportive environments that respect and affirm diverse gender identities. By addressing social, legal, and institutional barriers, we can foster a more inclusive and equitable society for everyone.
Global Divide on SOGIESC Rights
Exploring the global divide on SOGIESC (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics) rights reveals stark contrasts in acceptance and legal protections for 2SLGBTQI individuals across different regions. This discussion will address the challenges and progress in bridging these gaps to ensure universal human rights and dignity for all.
Pride Season
Changing from year-to-year, this speaking engagement will kick off with Egale’s latest Pride Season campaign, touch on current contexts and issues facing our 2SLGBTQI communities and equip participants with latest inclusion resources and hands-on tools for allies.
Additional speaking engagements are available upon request.
The path towards creating a 2SLGBTQI-inclusive workplace needs to be a year-round journey. Egale offers three levels of Workplace Inclusion packages to support your organization’s 2SLGBTQI Inclusion journey.
Package One
Package Two
Package Three
Benefit | Foundation | Pro | Champion |
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Inclusive Workplaces 101 Workshop | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Inclusive Workplaces 201 Workshop *coming soon* | ✔ | ||
Inclusive Workplaces Considerations for Leadership Workshop | ✔ | ||
Additional Inclusive Workplaces workshops | ✔ 1 Pre-Selected | ✔ 1 Pre-Selected | ✔ 3 Pre-Selected |
Speaking Engagements | ✔ 1 Pre-Selected | ✔ 2 Pre-Selected | ✔ 3 Pre-Selected |
Exclusive access to Egale’s Inclusive Workplaces and EDI resources | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Policy Consultation and Review | ✔ 1-2 | ✔ 3-5 | |
Name on Egale’s website | ✔ | ||
Mention in Egale’s Annual Report | ✔ | ||
End-of-Year Impact Report highlighting your company’s progress towards 2SLGBTQI inclusion in the workplace | ✔ |
Inclusive Workplaces – Additional workshops:
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