Advanced Bi+ Allyship: Going Beyond the “Bi”nary
Sharing Your Workplace Story to Create Change
One of PFLAG’s deepest beliefs is that when we share our personal stories, we transform the conversation about LGBTQ+ equality from being about abstract rights, laws, and policies to being about real people. And while everyone has a story to tell, the question of how to share this story effectively—especially in the workplace—often goes unanswered.
This learning session will help participants identify their workplace stories about LGBTQ+ inclusion, use the building blocks of great stories to develop their narratives, get powerful story-sharing and communication skills, and have an opportunity to share their stories and receive peer feedback in a supportive environment. Session materials include a customized storytelling workbook.
Course Length
90 minutes (in-person), 60 minutes + up to 30 additional minues (online)
Who this course is for
General audience
- Introduce the many ways our personal stories can transform the way people see each other, their differences, and their similarities.
- Reveal the kinds of situations in which we can effectively use our personal stories to bridge gaps in the workplace.
- Discuss the key elements of effective personal stories and develop your own narrative using the story arc model.
- Review strategies for developing an effective storytelling style for one-on-one conversations as well as in presentations to groups.
- Create and share your two-minute personal story and get feedback from other participants (optional).
For in-person sessions, this session is only available in a 90-minute format.
For online sessions, groups that would like to reserve time for employees to share their stories are REQUIRED to schedule a 75 or 90 minute session.
A cross-network version of this workshop designed to highlight intersections and inspire collaborative efforts is available.