Live Virtual Session on Gender Diversity
for International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (May 17)

 
 
 

TransFocus delivers learning experiences that are reflective, grounded and shaped by the realities trans and non-binary people are living in right now. Our annual International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) session is designed to help organizations move beyond symbolic recognition and engage seriously with what visibility means in practice.

The 1.5 hour session combines strong visuals, interactive polls and facilitated discussion. Participants are invited to reflect, ask questions and connect what they are learning directly to their teams and organizational context.

Topics include:

  • The history and purpose of International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

  • How discrimination and exclusion related to sexual orientation and gender identity continue to show up in workplaces and communities

  • The impact of stigma, misinformation and shifting public discourse on 2SLGBTQIA+ people

  • Legal protections, human rights frameworks and evolving societal expectations

  • Core concepts related to gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation

  • Practical approaches to allyship, speaking up and responding constructively in everyday situations

  • How organizations can move beyond symbolic recognition toward meaningful inclusion

The session can also include a storytelling component, where attendees are invited to share their own experiences and reflections related to IDAHOBIT. This often becomes one of the most powerful parts of the session, deepening connection and empathy within the group.

The session can be recorded for internal use for up to 1 year after the live session. Attendees receive two key takeaways, including a workbook, which reinforces the essential content of the course and helps your employees develop more supportive skills.

We understand this is an important decision.

We would love to discuss it further with you in more detail and answer your questions.
Please book a ½-hour meeting below to discuss your needs more specifically with us.

 
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User Experiences

 
 
“Clarity, speed at which info is shared, calm manner of presentation - all together left me feeling more confident.”
 
“Lots of detail covering a broad range of topics and presented clearly. This course is a must do for employers and employees alike.”
 
 
“The course was thorough. I appreciate how well thought out it was and had a good flow.”
 
“Very engaging and compelling instructor. Felt very comfortable with learning and listening. Lots of great facts and examples given.”
 

Meet our Facilitators

 
 

Kai Scott, MA

Kai is a social scientist whose nearly 20-year career has focused on solving complex social issues, including those faced by transgender people. Combining his social science research skills and his lived experiences as a transgender person, he has conducted research and delivered education on gender diversity to over 35,000 people across Canada. He uses a blend of quantitative and qualitative methods, such as surveys, focus groups, and site visits, to bring innovation to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Ange Villeneuve

Ange is a white, non-binary transfeminine person who is passionate about literature and social justice. They work and live in Ktinékétolékouac (so-called Sherbrooke), unceded territory of the W8banaki Nation.
Since obtaining their master's degree in translation at Concordia University, they have collaborated with numerous community organizations to translate texts serving marginalized communities.

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

 


 

  • The price varies by how many attendees will come to the session.

  • You can pay online with credit card or via invoice with a 30-day term.

    For the invoice method, please contact Nico (nico@transfocus.ca).

  • After purchase, we send you an email with instructions on how to book the session and the planning meeting to prepare for the session.

    We recommend at least 2 weeks between the planning meeting and the session itself. We have several skilled facilitators that can conduct these sessions. As such, we are confident we will find a mutually agreeable time to conduct the session.

  • Yes, you can record the session for no additional cost for internal use for those who were not able to attend the session.

  • No problem. We understand this is an important decision and you would like to discuss it with us in more detail. Please book a ½-hour meeting to discuss your needs more specifically with us.