Defending Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Members Against Homophobia in the Workplace - Learning Objectives
- Define homophobia and heterosexism
- Explore homophobia as a social construct, not just a “fear” or “phobia”
- Review the history of GLB struggles
- Explore the use of language to empower or disempower
- Identify gains made by unions for GLB members/communities
- Identify the legal protections for GLB individuals and members
- Establish the role of the steward in addressing GLB issues in the workplace/union
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Defending Trans Members’ Rights in the Workplace - Learning Objectives
- Define Trans, Gender Identity, Gender Expression,
- Build our understanding of the trans experience to foster compassion as a steward
- Understand the steward’s role when a member transitions from one gender to another
- Understand the employer’s responsibilities during worker transitions
- Review collective agreement language that protects trans members
- Understand the laws that protect trans workers
- Have the basic knowledge and tools to properly represent a transitioning member
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