Diversity Awareness: LGBTIQ+

Duration: 44 minutes

Overview: This course introduces participants to some of the key terminology and concepts relating to LGBTIQ+ communities, sex characteristics, gender identity and expression and sexuality. 

We look at statistics and challenges in the workplace and in Australia for LGBTIQ+ people, as well as considerations and strategies for more inclusive workplace environments, with the aim of promoting a culture of equality for all.

Why is this course important? LGBTIQ+ people experience high rates of discrimination in the workplace. Diversity of workplaces should reflect the diversity of our communities. To gain the full benefits of diversity, workplaces need to understand the differences within their workforce and be able to foster inclusive environments.

This course will provide information and advice to help you to increase and support LGBTIQ+ diversity in your workplace.

Suitable for: Employers, employees, and anyone who wants to increase their understanding of LGBTIQ+ people and how to contribute to safer, more diverse and inclusive workplaces. 

Online Assessment: None

Workplace Activities: None

Disclaimer: In the event of discrepancy between this course and your workplace policies, your workplace policies should be applied. OmniaCapture is not responsible for you or anyone else for any loss suffered in connection with the use of this information. You should seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the information contained in this course.