Webinar Description: 

Understanding of gender diversity is growing day by day. At the same time, transgender, non-binary, Two-Spirit and other gender diverse people are still more likely than cisgender peers to experience homelessness as well as barriers to relevant and accessible housing services. In this participatory webinar, Ambit will introduce frameworks for understanding gender diversity beyond the binary and work through nuanced scenarios that explore how to build better relationships with gender diverse clients. While this webinar is open to anyone, it will focus on language, behaviours, and skills that front-lines workers can develop to better support clients of all genders.

Instructor: Kingsley Strudwick

Instructor Bio: Kingsley Strudwick is a facilitator and speaker with over 17 years of experience, exploring topics such as gender diversity, intersectionality, bystander intervention, microaggressions, and transforming workplace culture. In 2016, Kingsley founded Ambit Gender Diversity Consulting, a company dedicated to improving experiences for transgender, non-binary, and other gender diverse individuals, families, and communities. On a local, provincial, and national scale, Kingsley has delivered over 500 professional development workshops, contributed to research and policy development, designed curriculum, and led community engagement initiatives. Through Ambit, Kingsley is dedicated to creating opportunities for self-reflection, connection, and building bridges across differences.