AIMS
To gain a greater understanding of LGBTQ+ identities and be able to recognise LGBTQ+ discrimination in the workplace and beyond
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Be aware of important moments in British LGBT+ history
- Be aware of Key LGBTQ+ people in history
- Understand the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity
- Recognise key terms which describe sexual orientation and gender identity
- Be aware of other common LGBTQ+ terms
- Understand the difference between gender and sex
- Recognise the difference between transgender and transsexual
- Be aware of the legislation underpinning LGBT+ rights
- Understand how people can be prejudiced and discriminate against LGBTQ+ people
- Know where to find LGBT+ resources
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Introduction to LGBT+ Issues
- Why we use LGBTQ+
- British LGBTQ+ History
- Famous LGBTQ+ People
Legislation
- The Human Rights Act 1998
- The Equality Act 2010
- The Gender Recognition Act (FRA) 2004
Definitions and Terminology
- Sexual Orientation
- Gender Identity
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Other LGBT+ Terms
Trans Awareness
- Gender and Sex - What is the difference?
- Transgender or Transsexual
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transvestitism and Drag
Prejudice and Discrimination
- Phobias
- Why are some people Homo/Bi/Transphobic?
- What is Discrimination?
- Harassment
- Discriminatory Language
- Sexual Orientation Discrimination
- Gender Re-assignment Discrimination
- Direct Discrimination
- Indirect Discrimination
- Victimisation
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