ON-DEMAND STAFF TRAINING
LGBTQ+ 101
by: Eric Sullivan, LPC, LMFT
A self-guided training on how to create a safe & welcoming environment for Queer people
You want your staff to be good allies, but you don’t have a way for them to learn how.
Props to your company for working on its diversity, equity, and inclusion. You know that your employees can be more supportive to LGBTQ+ team members and consumers if they increase their awareness about the community.
You’re looking for a qualified, dynamic speaker who identifies within the community and is passionate about educating people on who we are and how to welcome us in the workplace.
Enter, Eric. I know that your team members are ready and willing to learn how to support a group they are not very familiar with, and I’ll help them get there.
with this training, your organization will…
Establish its annual LGBTQ+ staff training to support your company’s DEI efforts
Reduce bias to help unite your employees so they can work better as a team
Send a message that you value all of your staff to enhance safety and productivity
Help your people to be their authentic selves so they can deepen workplace relationships
Better understand the LGBTQ+ consumer to increase outreach & revenue
Learning how to support our community is within your reach, & I’m going to help get you there!
Meet Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Eric! (he/him)
As a proud gay person, my mission is to help others understand how to support my community.
With a master’s in LGBTQ+ Psychology, I know that creating belonging at work leads to increased mental health and enhances workplace culture.
I’ve seen so many times how people embrace a group once they are given a chance to learn about them, and I’m so here for helping your team become better Allies!
“Eric is such a joy to collaborate and consult with. His overall demeanor is energizing and refreshing and his LGBTQ+ advocacy is expansive and comprehensive. I've always appreciated his generous, thoughtful, and intentional approach to providing feedback.”
Alandria M. (she/they)
“Eric is incredibly professional and knowledgeable about working with the LGBTQ+ population. He has a great sense of humor and is a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend his services.”
Emily F. (she/her)
You might be thinking…
“This training sounds awesome, but I’m worried some of my staff will refuse to take it.”
Social acceptance for LGBTQ+ people is higher than ever before, and it only continues to grow each year. While most people are here for equality, it’s possible that some of your employees might say that supporting the community conflicts with their values and not want to take the training.
It might sound counter-intuitive, but you can start by validating the person’s concern, without co-signing it. Be clear that people are welcome to maintain their personal beliefs, but the expectation (or even better, the requirement) is to participate.
It helps if your organization’s values and mission statement speak to equality for everyone. If your non-discrimination policy explicitly offers protections based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, it gives you further backing. And staunch support for DEI initiatives from the people at the top of the company is essential.
Luckily, opposition to LGBTQ+ training within the workplace tends to be minimal, but it’s helpful to have these suggestions in mind in case it happens.
COURSE BREAKDOWN
MODULE 1:
INTERSECTIONALITY
Examine how all of a person’s identities impact their experiences in the world
MODULE 2:
RECENT HISTORY
Reflect on how the Queer liberation movement shaped where we are today
MODULE 3:
(S)OGIE
Understand the distinctions of orientation, gender identity, and expression
MODULE 4:
LANGUAGE
Know what is appropriate to say vs. offensive and outdated terms
MODULE 5:
BEING OUT
Discover the benefits and challenges of someone being their authentic self at work
MODULE 6:
VISIBILITY
Create safety and belonging through noticeable representation
it’s time to level up your ally cred!
Soon, you’ll be excited to share your organization’s new training with everyone at your company.
Current and future staff will know they represent a company that champions equality. Your team will be more united, form deeper connections, and support one another in being their authentic selves.
All with the ease and comfort of everyone getting to learn from their own working space. Winning!
Purchase Options
Individual:
$99
Perfect for HR, DEI, & Content Creators
Unlimited access for one person
Automatic access to course updates
Only available on seller’s platform
COMPANY:
custom Pricing
Perfect for new hires & annual staff training
Unlimited access for all of your team members
Automatic access to course updates
Can be housed on company’s internal platform
WORKING WITH ERIC
helpful info
Who is this training for?
Anyone looking for essential info about on supporting the LGBTQ+ community. It’s perfect for company new-hires and as an annual training for all staff.
How long is the training?
About 40 minutes, broken up into 2-5 minute video lessons that you can watch whenever works well for you.
Do you offer discounted company pricing?
Sure do. Fill out this form to get custom pricing for your org.
Do you offer any more discounts?
BIPOC, Woman, & LGBTQ+ owned businesses receive an additional discount on company pricing.
Can we house the training on our internal system?
Yes
Refund policy?
If you’re not satisfied with your individual purchase, you can request a refund within 30 days of buying. Refund info for companies will be agreed to before purchasing.
Time to feel Proud!
The confidence from learning essential information that everyone should know about the LGBTQ+ community is within your reach.
Get ready for more engaging content, better supporting your friends and family, and showing your Ally pride all year long!
And for organizations, you’re about to get the relief of establishing your go-to LGBTQ+ staff training.
I’m so thrilled to partner with you and support your company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion. Let’s do this!