Lunch & Business Meeting
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LGBTQ+ 101, Creating Inclusive Spaces, and Allyship
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In this workshop we will be unpacking sexual and gender diversity and how our language can be used to support and affirm individuals' identities. We will provide basic knowledge of the LGBTQ+ community and terminology, existing laws and historical barriers, and ways to become an ally. This will be a space where we invite you to come as and where you are in your understanding of gender and sexual diversity. We hope you’ll bring your questions and a willingness to learn.
Agenda
11:30 a.m. Registration/Networking
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Presentation Including Q&A
Cost
$75 per person member
$85 per person non-member rate
Fees and reasonable expenses for the course are an approved project expense. Cancellation Policy: All registrations are confirmed at the time of registration. Substitutions, but no refunds, can be made after that date.
Presenters
Pia Smal, Ph.D.
Pia Smal is an associate teaching professor in Rehabilitation and Human Services and Counselor Education and Supervision at The Pennsylvania State University. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education, a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a bachelor’s degree in English and Women’s Studies. Her clinical and research interests include supporting faculty in addressing student’s mental health needs, strength-based approaches to working with clients, and LGBT+ issues in counseling and social justice. Pia is also a trained Restorative Practitioner and has been a Restorative Conferencing Facilitator since 2020. She is a founder and current board member of Centre LGBT+, a local nonprofit focused on bringing the community together through LGBT+ education, advocacy, and activities in the Centre County region.
Susan Marshall, M.Ed.
Susan is an Independent College Advising & Admissions Counselor and owner of College Gateways, LLC. Prior to starting her own business, Susan was employed by the State College Area School District for thirty-four years as a High School Counselor and served as Head Counselor in the State High Counseling Department for many years. Susan also serves the Centre County region as a founding Board member and as the current Recorder of the Centre LGBT+, a local nonprofit focused on bringing the community together through LGBT+ education, advocacy, and activities. Susan is a trained Restorative Practitioner and has been a Restorative Conferencing Facilitator since 2013. In this role, she provides training and facilitates conversations aimed at repairing harm and restoring relationships. Susan is a Board member and a volunteer facilitator with the local non-profit Centre County Community Conferencing.