The Ally Journey: LGBTQ+ 101

Date and Time

Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM CST

Location

Zoom

Fees/Admission

Chamber members $35, non-members $65

Contact Information

Tracey DeMarea
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Description

Curious about the language we use around gender and sexuality? This session breaks down key LGBTQ+ terms, explores how they’ve evolved, and offers clear, respectful ways to talk about identity in today’s workplace.

This session will cover:

What does LGBTQ+ mean?
Why have we arrived at these terms?
What is ‘cis’ and what is ‘trans’?

The learners will gain an understanding in:

What the letters in the acronym: LGBTQ+ mean.
Being able to demonstrate an ability to use the acronym appropriately.
The difference between the terms "cis" and "trans" as it relates to gender identity.