LGBTQ Foundations, Level I: Terminology and Language - Begin by building a strong foundation through an exploration of inclusive language, terminology, and a breakdown of LGBTQIA+ identities. Participants will gain clarity on concepts such as gender identity, sexual orientation, and the gender spectrum.

LGBTQ Foundations, Level II: Gender Identity and Expression - A comprehensive exploration of gender diversity, fostering understanding and empathy for the spectrum of gender identities beyond the binary.

LGBTQ Foundations, Level III: Privilege, Power, and Oppression - Understand how various social identities intersect and impact LGBTQIA+ experiences. Delve into the broader social justice movement and the role of LGBTQIA+ rights within it. Examine unconscious biases and stereotypes that may hinder LGBTQIA+ inclusion.

LGBTQ Foundations, Level IV: Make NOISE - Developing strategic action plans to integrate LGBTQIA+ inclusion into leadership practices. Through interactive activities and case studies, attendees will learn how to create comprehensive organizational policies, foster a culture of open communication, and implement initiatives that champion diversity and acceptance. By equipping leaders with actionable strategies, this session empowers them to drive transformative change, elevate inclusivity as a core value, and ensure that LGBTQIA+ individuals are safe, valued, respected, and empowered within their organizations.

LGBTQ Foundations, Level V: Let's Talk About It - This facilitated discussion space is for faculty, staff, and students who have attended at least one LGBTQ Foundations session and want to go deeper, not through slides, but through shared conversation. Together, we'll reflect on real questions, tensions, and moments of growth we’ve encountered in our roles. What feels challenging or confusing about affirming LGBTQIA+ students and colleagues? Where are we still learning? What stories shape how we show up? This space centers vulnerability, humility, and collective insight.
Whether you're feeling unsure, affirmed, or somewhere in between, this session invites honest dialogue and reflection, with no need to have it all figured out.

The LGBTQ Foundations trainings have been added to Workday Learning! Browse "LGBT" to find our offerings.

Trainings for a unit/department: 

Email Joey ([email protected]) to schedule a training for a group of 10 or more participants. Please plan for at least two weeks from the time the request is made.

Please note that each level of training can be constructed with the needs and input of the requestor to create the most relevant experience. We also offer roundtables and panels.

A recap of this training along with resources are available in this PDF: Trans & Non-Binary Inclusion in Sport.