Allyship in Practice: Moving from Awareness to Action

Allyship in Practice explores how organizations can move from awareness to action by applying inclusion principles in real-world settings. In this interactive session, participants will examine how inclusive practices support stronger workplace culture, credibility, and trust, while also learning practical ways to respond constructively and implement change.

Learning Objectives

• Gain a working understanding of queer and trans identities.

• Learn about the legal framework governing 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion in Manitoba workplaces.

• Explore the barriers 2SLGBTQ+ community members may face in organizational settings.

• Identify practical tools for moving from passive awareness to active allyship.

• Consider how policies, culture, and day-to-day interactions can better reflect inclusion.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is well suited to executives, board members, senior leaders, managers, and HR professionals who want to strengthen inclusion in their organizations.

Facilitator

Lou Lamari is a licensed lawyer called to the Manitoba Bar and a practicing legal professional with experience in Nunavut. As an openly trans lawyer, Lou brings legal expertise, academic training in gender studies, and lived experience to his work as a facilitator and equity and inclusion consultant. He is known for leading thoughtful, balanced discussions that engage diverse audiences with clarity and respect.

To learn more about Lou’s professional leadership and community engagement, please click here to read the full bio.

Accommodations

Volunteer Manitoba strives to host inclusive, accessible workshops that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you require any accommodations to participate in our training, please indicate so on the registration form.

Course Cancellation Policy

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