Working with Rainbow Communities
Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace is a goal that many organisations strive for, but achieving it can be challenging. One key step towards achieving this goal is to provide training and education around diversity and inclusion, especially when it comes to understanding and supporting the LGBTIQA+ community. That's where our "Working with the Rainbow Community" workshop comes in.
This workshop is a 101-style awareness training session about LGBTIQA+ communities, providing a starting point for organisations that want to create a more welcoming environment for employees, customers or clients who identify as part of the LGBTIQA+ community.
This workshop includes an overview of the terminology and concepts around sex, gender and sexual orientation, unpacking the acronym, inclusive language and an understanding of inclusion and allyship at work. The aim of this workshop is to provide a foundational understanding of the LGBTIQA+ community and help kickstart the process of building allyship in the workplace.
Our goal is to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the LGBTIQA+ community, and give them the insights and tools to understand the needs and challenges of this community, and how they can act as allies to create a more positive workplace culture.
We understand that creating an inclusive workplace can be a challenge, which is why we have updated our workshop in 2023 to create a more accessible and engaging learning experience. Our updated workshop includes interactive and practical activities designed to help participants learn and retain information.
Our workshop is suitable for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of the LGBTIQA+ community and how to create a more inclusive workplace and understand the importance of allyship. This includes HR professionals, managers, supervisors, and employees at all levels of the organisation. We welcome participants from all industries and backgrounds, as our workshop is designed to be relevant and applicable to a wide range of workplaces including small businesses.
Investing in diversity, equity and inclusion training is a critical step towards creating a welcoming and supportive workplace for all members of your organisation.
So, why should your organisation sign up for our "Working with the Rainbow Community" workshop? There are many benefits to investing in diversity and inclusion training, including:
Improving workplace culture: A more inclusive workplace culture can lead to higher employee morale and job satisfaction, as well as improved physical and mental health. This can translate into increased productivity and performance.
Attracting and retaining top talent: Talented and diverse employees want to work for organisations that value diversity and inclusion. Our workshop can help you attract and retain the right talent.
Creating a better customer/client experience: A diverse and inclusive workplace can help you better understand and connect with your customers or clients, resulting in greater customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Creating allies in the workplace can improve teamwork, productivity, and employee engagement;
Fostering kindness and compassion: In addition to creating a more welcoming environment for LGBTIQA+ employees and customers, fostering kindness and compassion has a positive impact on workplace relationships, team dynamics, and individual wellbeing.
Join us for our "Working with Rainbow Communities" workshop and take the first step towards creating a more positive, welcoming and inclusive workplace culture.
Our workshop can be delivered in person or online, depending on your preferences and needs. Get in touch by completing our questionnaire here. Alternatively, check here for any workshops we may be running in your community.
