The LGBT+ Staff Forum are proud to have a network of nearly 200 'allies', but what does it mean to be an LGBT+ ally and how can you be a useful one? This facilitated training session is delivered in partnership with LGBT+ Staff Forum and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team to enable all University staff to be fearless, supportive and informed allies to LGBT+ staff and students.
The session will cover:
- Terminology and phrases
- Historical context to the LGBT civil rights movement
- Case studies from LGBT+ staff and students
- How to be an effective LGBT+ ally
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About the LGBT+ Staff Forum
The LGBT+ Staff Forum exists to give a voice to all LGBT+ staff at the University of Plymouth. They provide confidential support for all LGBT+ Staff and Allies worried about LGBT+ colleagues and encourage all staff to celebrate diversity and influence policy via the University’s EDI Committee. Find out more about the forum.
About Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Team at the University of Plymouth work to ensure all staff and students can bring their whole selves to campus through policy work, staff development, celebratory events and confidential advice. Their award-winning work has been recognised through membership to the Athena Swan and Race Equality Charters and more recently recognised as a top 10 University for LGBT+ inclusion by Stonewall. Find out more about their work.