May 13 & 20 2026: Embracing Diverse Identities Webinars

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is partnering with Trans Wellness Ontario to offer two webinars to support organizations with knowledge, skills, and resources to deliver supportive, gender-affirming services to their clients.

These workshops are intended to support organizations to:

• Meet legal and human rights obligations
• Improve equitable access to services
• Enhance community health and well‑being
• Reflect the real diversity of the local population
• Build public trust and inclusive spaces

Ultimately, this education supports organizations to provide services where everyone can access services safely, with dignity and respect.

Wednesday May 13, 12:00 - 1:00 PM, Embracing Diverse Identities: Respecting the SOGIESC of Everyone

This foundational workshop will cover a wide range of topics related but not limited to:
- Important terminology and concepts related to SOGIESC (sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and sex characteristics)
- Inclusive language and pronouns
- Being an effective ally and advocate, and addressing misinformation

Register through the QR Code on the poster or directly via Zoom.

Wednesday May 20, 12:00 - 1:00 PM, Embracing Diverse Identities: Inclusive Practice Considerations

This workshop builds on the first and will cover a wide range of topics related but not limited to:

- Review of important terminology and concepts related to SOGIESC (sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, and sex characteristics)

- Review of inclusive language and pronouns

- Affirming representation and practice considerations

- Reflection on the critical and urgent situation

- Ways to engage and support

Register through the QR Code on the poster or directly via Zoom.

Questions or Learn More:

If you have any questions about the webinars or want to learn more about Trans Wellness Ontario's education and consultation services please reach out to education@transwellness.ca