This program is subject to change.
Gender Inclusion in the Workplace
Workshop Description
Our culture tends to blanket LGBTQ+ inclusion as a single silo. Gender identity is hugely nuanced; most people outside of the community struggle when talking about it. Future leaders and innovators need to see beyond a gender binary. The purpose of this session is to increase visibility and understanding of gender identity. Using a framework of ecological systems theory, we’ll discuss unique challenges and experiences faced by gender variant people in the workplace. The nuance of gender identity, attribution, and expression is critical in developing equity. Discussion includes an overview of gender identity, expression, attribution as it relates to daily practices in an organization. We’ll explore language and assumptions that act as barriers to inclusion for gender variant people.
Conference Track
Professional
Topic
Business/Employment
Workshop Outline/Powerpoint
Primary Contact
Jen O'Ryan, Double Tall Consulting
Workshop Presenters
Jen O'Ryan, Double Tall Consulting
Pronouns
she / her
Presenter Bio
Dr. Jen O’Ryan completed her PhD in Human Behavior, focusing on the experiences of gender and sexual minorities. After 15+ years developing programs in the tech industry, Jen now works with organizations on their inclusion strategies and practices. Jen also works with parents and families, helping navigate their child’s relationship with gender, gender identity, and attractions. She provides workshops on LGBTQ+ inclusion to camp counselors, teachers, care providers, and other adults who interact with youth. Through years of research and advocacy, Jen specializes in making potentially “awkward” topics more accessible.