Gender Inclusive Language Training
Springboard designs and delivers customized training for various businesses and nonprofit
organizations that specifically fit your organization’s needs.
Whether training 1 person or 1000, Springboard delivers in depth programs for all levels of
knowledge and types of organizations.
Training Courses and Webinars
Why Words Matter: Fostering an Inclusive Environment
Based on Shell’s 5th book, A FIELD GUIDE TO GENDER NEUTRAL LANGUAGE For Business,
Families and Allies, this session covers why language matters both inside and outside the
workplace. With a gender expansive population, it’s more important than ever to have all people feel welcome, respected and included.
In this course these questions are covered:
- What is gender vs biology?
- How can I incorporate the use of gender inclusive pronouns & language into my organization?
- What are simple steps we can take to show allyship for the trans and nonbinary community?
- How do I use gender neutral language in policy creation and practices?
- What if I make a mistake on pronoun usage?
- How does gender inclusion impact the bottom line?
How to Be an Ally to the Transgender & Non-Binary Community
There is much we can do to show our support and allyship for trans and non-binary folks. This course provides a basic understanding of the trans and non-binary communities. Examples of how to easily show allyship are shared as well as why acceptance of all people is good for the bottom line.
This session covers:
- How to incorporate allyship using social media, virtual meetings and written communication
- Adapting communication styles to show support for all people
- Strategies for correcting others when miscommunication occurs
- Practicing the use of pronouns and other gender inclusive language options
- Non-binary language suggestions for inside and outside the company
UNDERSTANDING GENDER SPECTRUM and GENDER INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE
Pre-Recorded Course by Shell Roth
During this session, the concepts of biological sex, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation are untangled and presented in an easy-to-understand format. Based on first-hand, real-world experience, combined with decades of practical business expertise, Shell Roth tells their story, and brings clarity to an often-confusing topic. This session is for anyone wanting a broader understanding of the gender spectrum, and provides an opportunity to become better allies to all gender-diverse people.
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Contact us for more information about private training:
713.256.9363
sroth@shellroth.com