ANU LGBTIQA+ Ally Training

Course overview

This free workshop is offered as part of the University's commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive campus where all people can safely work and study free of harassment or discrimination.

LGBTIQA+ ally training equips ANU staff and students with the knowledge and skills to be effective allies to our LGBTIQA+ peers and broader community members. By beginning with a breakdown of what sex, gender and sexuality are, and what diversity looks like in these spaces, participants will gain an understanding of the challenges faced by people who identify as LGBTIQA+, and the impact of harassment and discrimination. 

After completing the training, participants can join the ANU LGBTIQA+ Ally Network, comprising staff and students committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment for people who identify as LGBTIQA+.

Who should attend?

For all staff (and students), this workshop provides participants with the knowledge and skills to create an inclusive culture for all LGBTIQA+ staff members and be an effective Ally within the ANU community. 

How do I register? 

Select "Register Now" to find upcoming workshops for this training on Inclusive & Respectful Communities' Humanitix page. 

Key takeaways

At the conclusion of this workshop participants will be able to:

• Understand the acronym LGBTIQA+ and current appropriate terminology
• Understand inclusion in the workplace and reasons why many LGBTIQA+ people are not in positions to speak out on their own behalf, or are fearful of being harassed or discriminated against
• Identify why it is important to have Allies who are prepared to support students and staff who identify as LGBTIQA+
• Create an inclusive culture for all LGBTIQA+ employees and be an effective Ally

What the course will cover

Topics addressed will include:

• What inclusion in the workplace is and what it is not: Appropriate behaviour, building awareness, adhering to organisational values of inclusion across all diversity groups, creating an inclusive culture
• Why LGBTIQA+ inclusion is important: Self editing strategies, impact on individuals wellbeing and career development
• Diversity of sex, gender identity, gender expression and orientation: Heteronormative binary identities, homophobia, invisible stigmatised identities, diversity within LGBTIQA+
• Cass Model of identity development: Identity confusion, identity comparison, identity tolerance, identity acceptance
• Characteristics of an effective Ally: Understanding terminology and myths, advocating for inclusion equity and respect for all, respect for privacy and confidentiality, role modelling person centred language

Get involved 

University-wide events  

The Ally Network hosts a range of exciting events throughout the year on dates that are important to the LGBTIQA+ community. These events are open to everyone, not just Ally Network members.

Monthly Newsletter

Members receive email newsletters on the first Friday of every month including information about what's on that month, Queer* media, member of the month interviews and LGBTIQA+ memes!