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Fostering 2SLGBTQIA Inclusive Spaces

This introductory-level training covers:

  • Common words used to express sexuality and gender diversity here in Ontario;
  • The difference between sex, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation as it relates to the Ontario Human Rights Code;
  • Pronouns and the importance of respecting people’s pronouns at work and in everyday life;
  • The foundations for understanding affirmation and allyship and their importance as ongoing practices in your life at home and at work.

Seats are limited!

We will email registered participants a confirmation email with the Zoom Meeting Details. Please note this is not automated; we do it manually. Therefore please ensure to hold space in your calendar until you receive the Zoom Meeting invite.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/qVLi1qq2Ux

Questions about this event? Please contact positivespace.utsc@utoronto.ca.

  • When: Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 1-2:30pm
  • Where: Virtual (Zoom)
  • Who: Open to UTSC students, staff, faculty and librarians
About the 519

The 519 is committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities. A City of Toronto agency with an innovative model of Service, Space and Leadership, we strive to make a real difference in people’s lives, while working to promote inclusion, understanding and respect. For more information, please visit their website: the519.org/

Accessibility Information

This workshop will be hosted through Zoom. Zoom platform does enable closed captioning through the live transcript function. During the session, your camera can be enabled or disabled.


If you have specific requests for accommodation to ensure your full participation in this event, please contact the event organizers at positivespace.utsc@utoronto.ca.

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Join us for this introductory workshop on gender and sexual diversity.