The health of the two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, genderqueer, etc. (2SLGBTQ+) community is very important to us. The Health Unit is working toward being a safer and positive space that is welcoming to everyone. This is reflected in our buildings, our policies, and in the people that work and volunteer here.
Check out the webpages below for resources, articles and guides that facilitate support, learning and contribution to a more inclusive world for 2SLGBTQ+ communities:
- Committing to 2SLGBTQ+ Equity – Learn about how to listen to, and be guided by communities and individuals affected by oppression;
- Homophobia – Understand what homophobia is, where we find it and our role in ending it;
- Pronouns – Pronouns set the stage for respectful engagement - learn what they are, why they matter and how to use them;
- Sexual orientation, gender identity and expression – Recognize the difference between sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression;
- When someone comes out – Explore ways of responding when someone you care about comes out;
- Youth and teens – Access community information and resources specific to 2SLGBTQ+ youth;
- Positive spaces and other training – Discover how your organization, company, office or practice can work towards being a safer and positive space for 2SLGBTQ+ persons;
- Additional resources – Discover a huge range of resources and support for youth, parents, educators, learners and advocates.