LGBTQQIAAAPNB2S – just to name a few identities within the community.
“In the U.S. 4.5% of the population identifies as LGBTQ+ an estimated 11 million people and 88% of them are employed. 25% of LGBTQ people report experiencing discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in the past year. – half of whom said it negatively impacted their work environment.
(https://www.lgbtmap.org/equalitymaps/employment_non_discrimination_laws.)
There are many barriers for LGBTQ+ employees. Come learn about the LGBTQ+ community, the needs of trans and nonbinary people, and what you can do to support them.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify terminology and example of identities within the LGBTQ+ community.
- Illustrate the barriers and the needs of LGBTQ+ people.
- Discuss inclusive practices for LGBTQ+ people.
Willem Van Roosenbeek, M.S. He/Him/They/Them
LGBTQIA+ Services Director
Academic Staff Council Madison Representative