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Trans & Non-Binary Foundations – Virtual Lunch ’n Learn
June 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm MDT
Join Pride in Engineering for a free virtual Lunch ’n Learn run by Victoria Bucholtz in collaboration with the Queer Education Foundation!
This workshop will provide an approachable introduction to Trans & Non-Binary identities while exploring practical ways to foster more inclusive workplaces, communities, and everyday interactions. Participants will gain foundational knowledge, learn inclusive terminology and pronoun best practices, and better understand common barriers faced by gender-diverse communities today.
This session is designed for anyone interested in learning more – whether you are an engineer, student, workplace leader, ally, or community member.
About Pride in Engineering
Pride in Engineering is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and connecting 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals in engineering and those working across the engineering industry. Through events, education, mentorship, and advocacy, PIE works to create safer and more inclusive spaces within engineering and STEM communities.
About the Speaker
Victoria Bucholtz holds a doctorate in History and Gender Theory from the University of Calgary and is an instructor at Mount Royal University in Calgary.
She works in the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) field with the Queer Education Foundation as a consultant and facilitator. Victoria is also a co-creator of Queer Citizens United, a board member for Trans Action Alberta, and works with Queer Momentum.
An avid mountaineer, performer, and dog mom, Victoria is a passionate advocate for gender and sexually diverse communities.
Workshop Topics
• Trans & Non-Binary identities
• Common terms and definitions
• Pronoun usage tips and best practices
• Present-day barriers faced by Trans communities
• Creating more inclusive workplaces, communities, and families
18+ or All Ages
All ages
Venue
Zoom (Online)
Address
Street Address : Zoom (Online)
City : Global
State/Province : Global
ZIP / Postal Code :
Website Link
Event Link
https://prideinengineering.org/events/virtual-lunch-n-learn-trans-and-nonbinary-foundations
Ticket Description #1
General
Ticket Amount #1
Free
Ticket Description #2
By-Donation
Ticket Amount #2
Free
Indoor event or outdoor event
Indoors
Type of event
Non-profit
Is this event presented by a College or University for students only?
No
Event Contact
Samuel Parcon
Event Contact Email Address
sparcon@prideinengineering.org
Event Phone Number
(780) 729-2595
Instagram Account
https://www.instagram.com/prideinengineering/
Virtual Venue
A Pride Unlike Any Other
https://prideedmonton.ca/a-pride-unlike-any-other/
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