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Training for Trans & Gender Diverse Inclusion

Many organisations want to create genuinely welcoming spaces for everyone, but knowing how to best support trans and gender diverse (TGD) people can be challenging. Transfolk WA offers training to bridge that gap, providing the practical knowledge and skills your team needs to foster real inclusion.

What Makes Our Training Unique?

Our training is designed and delivered by trans and gender diverse people, with learning rooted in authentic, lived experience. We focus on providing practical tools and fostering genuine understanding that can lead to meaningful change within your organisation. You’ll gain insights you simply can’t get anywhere else, helping you build confidence and create a truly supportive environment.

Our Training Programs

We offer several options, allowing you to choose the depth and format that best suits your team:

Trans 101 Presentation: Starting the Conversation (1 hour)
  • Best suited for: Organisations who want a quick overview and understanding of the experience of trans and gender diverse people. Useful for getting a grasp of the basics!
  • Format: 1-hour presentation including 5 minutes of question time at the end.
  • Capacity: No limit to number of attendees.
  • Delivery: Online or in-person
  • Content: Our most thorough session. We delve into complex topics like intersectionality, specific health disparities faced by TGD people, and neurodiversity within the community.  Designed to challenge perspectives and build skills (e.g., navigating gender-neutral language).
Interactive Workshop: Developing Practical Skills (2 hours)
  • Best suited for: Teams wanting to apply knowledge, discuss scenarios, and focus on workplace inclusion.
  • Format: 2-hour interactive workshop.
  • Capacity: Limited to 25 participants to ensure everyone can contribute.
  • Delivery: Available Online or In-person.
  • Content: Goes deeper than the presentation, exploring TGD journeys, mental health awareness, and practical ways to make your workplace welcoming (like supporting a new TGD team member). Includes short videos and valuable small group discussions.
Comprehensive Workshop: In-Depth Exploration & Action (4 hours)
  • Best suited for: Organisations ready for a deep dive, often useful when reviewing policies or improving services.
  • Format: 4-hour highly interactive workshop.
  • Capacity: Limited to 25 participants for focused work.
  • Delivery: In-person only, as the high level of interaction works best face-to-face.
  • Content: Our most thorough session. We delve into complex topics like intersectionality, specific health disparities faced by TGD people, and neurodiversity within the community. Includes practical exercises designed to challenge perspectives and build skills (e.g., navigating gender-neutral language).

Core Topics You Can Expect:

  • Understanding Sex, Gender Identity & Expression
  • Pronouns – Why They Matter & How to Use Them
  • Trans & Gender Diverse Journeys
  • Supporting TGD Young People
  • Mental Health Considerations
  • Practical Do’s & Don’ts for Allys
  • Recognising Discrimination & Systemic Barriers

Specialised Offerings

Beyond our structured workshops and presentations, we also offer tailored services to meet specific needs:

  • Lived Experience Stories. Connect your audience to the power of personal narrative. We can arrange for a speaker to share their compelling lived experience as a trans or gender diverse person, fostering deep empathy and understanding in a unique way.
  • Panel Discussions. Add authentic TGD voices and expertise to your event or forum. Our experienced staff are available to contribute valuable insights and perspectives to panel discussions on a range of topics.

Need Something Different? Let’s Talk.

If these options don’t quite fit, we’re very open to tailoring sessions to meet your specific organisational needs and learning goals.

Supporting Our Community

We offer discounted rates for non-profit organisations. Just let us know your status when you reach out.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Let’s work together to build a more inclusive and understanding environment in your organisation or group. Please reach out to chat about your training needs, ask questions, or get a quote.

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