Educate · Rainbow Center (Tacoma, WA)

Education Opportunities

We are working to build a community of skilled advocates and allies through our Education Program. Participants leave training with a better understanding of terminology and an overall awareness of the LGBTQ2S* community. We also provide consultations on how to implement best practices around LGBTQ2S Inclusivity in your policies and business processes.

Our trainings are facilitated in a safe, affirming, and inclusive atmosphere where participants are encouraged to ask questions and engage in discussions openly and respectfully. We also offer consulting services for organizations looking for ways to improve or innovate around creating an LGBTQ2S affirming culture.

For more information or to schedule a training please contact the Rainbow Center’s Education Program.

Rainbow Center's Manager of Education, Charlie Best, will teach you how to be a supportive community member and ally. They'll also keep you in the know about happenings at your local LGBTQ2S Community Center.

For all inquiries about Education or to reach our Education Team email:
education@rainbowcntr.org

* Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and two-spirit.

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Workshops & Training

LGBTQ Core Competency+

2 hours

Whether you are new to learning about the LGBTQ community or consider yourself well-informed, this training will equip you with current and accurate information about laws, terminology, and more so that you can feel confident in your knowledge and allyship skills related to the LGBTQ community.

Gender Identity+

1.5 hours

Society’s current binary construction of gender and gender expression has effects most of us don’t easily recognize. This creates barriers for understanding and accepting the reality of the lives of transgender and GNC (gender nonconforming) people. Learn more about gender identity, gender expression, social constructions of gender, and allyship skills so you feel confident contributing to affirming and welcoming spaces for trans and GNC folks.

Note: LGBTQ Core Competency is required before taking this training.

LGBTQ Sensitivity+

1 hour

A condensed version of LGBTQ Core Competency – recommended for small businesses and classrooms.

Note: All trainings are able to be tailored to fit the needs of the participants.

Tailored Discussion+

For organizations or groups interested in delving deeper into a specific topic or looking for a more personalized experience. Our skilled facilitators will guide the discussion, allowing space for exploration while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and affirming atmosphere. We are happy to work with you to tailor a discussion to meet your needs!

Webinars+

Many of our training and discussion options can be adapted for online delivery. Contact us to explore the best fit for your organization.

Consultation+

Rainbow Center can evaluate your procedures, policies, intake forms, and other materials for sensitivity to and inclusion of LGBTQ folks. We will offer informed and practical suggestions and solutions, so your organization can feel confident that you creating a safe and affirming workplace and providing culturally competent services.

To request a discussion tailored to your organization, contact Laurie at laurie@rainbowcntr.org.