Education

One Mission, all Audiences 

At The Belonging Initiative, we pride ourselves on our desire to educate those willing to learn.

We believe that instead of being met with hostility, those who have things to learn should be celebrated. Everyone begins somewhere, and a willingness and desire to improve is what really matters!

Workshop Series

01
For School-Aged Children:

Sample Questions:

  • How do I know when my friends are “safe people”?

  • When should I talk to someone about my feelings?

  • What does seeking help look like?

  • How can I ask questions but still be respectful?

Have a Topic you Would Like to See?

Is there a workshop topic you’ve been looking for more information on? Do you have any questions that you’d like to see answered on a broader scale? Leave a recommendation below and we will add it to our repertoire!

02
For Teachers and Parents:

Sample Questions:

  • My child/student just came out to me. What now?

  • How can I make sure I am a safe/affirming space?

  • What do all the identities mean?

  • How do I navigate pronouns?

  • Is it okay that I need support through this as well ? (Spoiler alert: ABSOLUTELY!)

03
For Healthcare Providers:

Sample Questions:

  • How can I be respectful while still being compliant with protocol?

  • How can I make sure my office is a safe/affirming space?

  • What steps can I take when a young patient comes out to me/needs help?

  • How do I navigate pronouns/preferred names while still charting properly?

Training Program

Our long-term goal remains creating a training program for mental health professionals to assist in their ongoing learning. Once we have an outline consistent with our goals, we will make a formal announcement.