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SUMMARY:Webinar: Creating Affirming Workspaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders [Partner only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 11\, 2023\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nSave the date for an insightful webinar on October 11th\, as we delve into the topic of “Creating Affirming Workspaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders.” Presented by Pride at Work Canada\, this session aims to uncover the unique needs and experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors within professional environments\, focusing on actionable strategies for inclusivity\, equity\, and accessibility. \nIn line with the significance of National Coming Out Day\, this webinar gains an even deeper layer of meaning. It’s a day of celebration\, of embracing one’s true self and identity. As we commemorate this day\, we are honoured to introduce our guest speaker\, Dr. Celeste Pang\, a distinguished sociocultural and medical anthropologist known for her expertise in aging\, disability\, and care access\, with a strong focus on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues. Dr. Pang’s insights and experiences will provide invaluable perspectives on creating affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ elders. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nEmployment Reality for Older Adults: We will delve into the history\, numbers\, and employment trajectory for the 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors\nIntersectionality of Aging and Disability: Through an exploration of how aging and disability intersect within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community\, we will talk about the struggles and needs of individuals at this crossroads\nInclusion Best Practices: Participants will amass actionable perceptions aimed at nurturing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusivity within occupational domains\, equipping them with the means to actively forge more receptive and equitable environments\n\nAudience: \n\nDiversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion Professionals\nHuman Resource Professionals\nProud and Community Partners\nAnyone committed to promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace\n\nPresenter:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Dr. Celeste Pang (she/her)\, Assistant Professor\, Women’s & Gender Studies\, Mount Royal University \nMeet Dr. Celeste Pang: a transformative sociocultural and medical anthropologist specializing in aging\, disability\, and equitable care\, with a profound focus on 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy. With a PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship from the University of Toronto\, she brings over a decade of community-engaged research and consulting experience. As an Assistant Professor in Women’s and Gender Studies at Mount Royal University\, she’s a driving force in reshaping perspectives. \nDr. Pang’s work encompasses diverse projects\, from ethnographic explorations to innovative arts-based initiatives\, all challenging societal norms. Her latest endeavour\, funded by the Alzheimer Society of Canada\, dives into the decision-making processes for individuals with dementia lacking traditional familial support. \nCo-Chair of the Society for Medical Anthropology’s Health Professions Education Special Interest Group\, she’s an influencer in critical fields. Beyond academia\, her consulting services empower nonprofits\, healthcare teams\, and social service providers.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nLive Captioning: English\, automatic French translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.\nFormat: Virtual (on Zoom)\nEngagement type: participants invited to share using chat\nSlidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20231011/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Keynote ProPride Session: Seeking Safety and Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 25\, 2023\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – This online event is open to all who wish to register.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″] \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″] \nEvent Sponsor\n \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nKeynote Session: Seeking Safety and Acceptance: The Plight of LGBTQIA+ Refugees and Immigrants Escaping War and Persecution\nThis keynote session for ProPride attendees and general audience will focus on the challenges and difficulties faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals who have to flee their home countries due to war\, conflict\, or persecution based on their gender identity\, gender expression or sexual orientation. \nThe presentation will explore the unique vulnerabilities experienced by LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants during their journey and resettlement\, such as the risk of violence\, discrimination\, and exploitation. It will also highlight the legal and social barriers when they seek asylum and integration in their host countries. \nFurthermore\, it will discuss the impact of intersectionality when LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants face multiple forms of discrimination and marginalization based on their overlapping identities\, such as race\, ethnicity\, religion\, disability\, etc. The audience will gain an understanding of the importance for inclusive policies\, resources\, and support systems that address the specific needs and experiences of LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGaining awareness of the global and regional contexts that contribute to the displacement of LGBTQIA+ individuals and the psychological and emotional impact\nIdentifying the barriers and gaps in support systems for LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants\nDiscussing potential solutions and best practices for creating safe and welcoming environments\n\nAudience: \n\nProPride attendees\nHR/DEI professionals and ERG members who want to improve their workplaces by addressing immigration and refugee policies\nHuman rights advocates and activists\, policymakers\, lawmakers\, and government officials are involved in shaping immigration and refugee policies\nSocial workers\, counsellors\, and mental health professionals working with refugees and LGBTQIA+ populations\nAnyone who wishes to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the intersectionality between LGBTQIA+ rights\, migration\, and refugee protection\n\nKeynote Speaker:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] Hanna Haddad (he/him)\, Business Development Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \nHanna (he/him)\, a graduate of Business Administration\, possesses a background in humanitarian and non-profit management. Alongside a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering\, he has actively engaged with UNHCR during the Syrian war and the subsequent refugee crisis in the Middle East. Hanna played an instrumental role as a social activist\, advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights\, and served as a life skills coach\, focusing on sexual health. \nUpon his arrival in Canada in 2021\, Hanna promptly began volunteering with local NGOs and community centers\, utilizing his passion\, knowledge\, and experience to support the community. With unwavering ambition\, profound dedication\, and a firm belief in the imminent attainment of social justice\, Hanna emphasizes the importance of aligning ourselves with the right side of history. \nHanna cherishes the power of empathy and embraces hard work as an indispensable element for achieving our personal aspirations and contributing to liberation in all aspects of life.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nLive interpretation: English to French\nClosed captioning: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants are invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca\n\nAbout ProPride\nProPride is an innovative event series hosted by Pride at Work Canada\, bringing together inclusive employers\, 2SLGBTQIA+ thought leaders\, and community organizations for engaging conversations\, networking opportunities\, panel and roundtable discussions. With a commitment to creating inclusive spaces beyond Pride celebrations\, ProPride provides a dynamic environment for employees\, job seekers\, and community members\, as well as employers committed to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research\, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better\, more inclusive future for all. \nPlease register below:\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis online event is open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/keynote-20231025/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Keynote,ProPride
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