The aim of the "Authentic Conversations: Navigating the Transgender Experience and Pronoun Usage in the Workplace" session is to foster a supportive space for dialogue on:
1. The diverse nuances of pronoun usage in professional settings, encompassing positive, negative, and neutral experiences.
2. Equipping HR professionals with strategies to understand and guide LGBTQIA+ employee interactions, focusing on genuine inclusion for transgender employees. This includes promoting a true sense of belonging for everyone and cultivating empathy and comprehension of diverse perspectives within the corporate environment.
Learning Objectives:
Gain insight into the transgender journey through the facilitator's personal experiences.
Grasp the distinctions between Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation and recognize the importance of this knowledge in shaping inclusive, affirmative, and hospitable strategic policies.
Comprehend how leadership teams, in tandem with HR professionals, can guide discussions on pronoun usage in the workplace, ensuring every employee feels recognized and respected by their language preferences.
