We Can Help Make Sense of the Changing World!
“Gender identity,” “gender-non-conforming,” “non binary,” “pansexual,” “pronouns,” “trans youth and sports,” “all-gender bathrooms” - the world is a very different place than it was 15, 10, even 5 years ago; these changes are reflected in a new and ever-changing vocabulary and culture.
The behavior, expectations, and outlook of young people can be baffling, frustrating, and nerve-wracking for adults. Creating affirming, caring, respectful, and safe communities is essential to the health and well-being of young people. Understanding how to create those communities, and putting that awareness into practice, is the responsibility of adults.
HiTOPS offers the following professional development workshops:
- Introduction to SOGIE (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Gender Expression)
- Gender Roles and Stereotypes through the Lifespan
- “Say What?” How to Have Gender Inclusive and Affirming Conversations with Youth
- The 4 Pillars of an Affirming School Environment
- LGBTQ+ History and Legislation
- “Being Real” An Exploration of Identities and Intersectionality
- A Deep Dive into the Lives of Trans and Non-Binary Youth
- Advanced SOGIE Terminology and “Coming Out” Conversations
- Appreciating Body Diversity
- Sex Positivity
- Supporting Transgender Youth in Schools
- Queer Sex Education and Gender Affirming Tools and Strategies
- Advancing Healthcare Equity: Addressing LGBTQ+ Health Disparities
These trainings:
- Include concepts of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, intersectionality, oppression and privilege.
- Provide the most up-to-date information; offers ample opportunity for discussion, questions, and exploration of comfort/discomfort; and explores how to create affirming homes, workplaces and communities.
- Offer realistic, doable, practical suggestions for how to build and maintain an affirming, positive and safe environment at home, in the workplace, and in the extended community.
- Are grounded in research and include the essential elements that result in positive physical, emotional, and social health outcomes for youth.
- May be customized for small and large groups, within a time frame of 1-6 hours.
- Have been adapted for professional and corporate settings.
These trainings may be done as a series or as a one-time offering, based on your needs and interests.