As part of the activities arranged by the LGBT+ Staff Network for IDAHOT (International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia) on the 17th May, Kent staff and students are welcome to attend the following session:
An Introduction to Trans Awareness on Monday 15th May
12:30pm to 2:30pm in Grimond Lecture Theatre 3
Hosted by Lee Gale from Gendered Intelligence
A 90-minute session to set the wider context for trans* identities – how sex, gender and sexual orientation interact. The workshop will:
- Explore key terms and uses of language
- Offer basic grounding in the legislation around the rights and responsibilities around trans identities; the Equalities Act 2010, Gender Recognition Act 2004
- Begin to explore how an organisation can ensure it is being trans-inclusive
- Provide links to a wide range of resources
There is no need to book so please do turn up on the day if you would like to attend.
For more information about the LGBT+ Staff Network, please visit the LGBT staff blog.