Decolonizing Gender and Sexuality- 6CE
“Decolonizing Gender & Sexuality” is a full day workshop that covers terminology and foundational knowledge necessary when working with queer and gender diverse individuals, as well as Indigenous perspectives on gender and sexuality and the unique needs of Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer community, colleagues, and clients. We will analyze the intersections of reconciliation and 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, advocacy, and belonging.
This workshop combines “Becoming Conscious Allies” and “Two-Spirit / Indigiqueer Pasts, Presents, & Futures”. The first part of the session provides an introduction to the nuances of sex assigned at birth, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual and romantic orientations, as well as myths and frequently made assumptions about the queer community. The second part will cover an appreciation of the diverse histories of gender and sexuality on Turtle Island (what is now known as North America) pre-colonization, recognize the effects of colonization on Indigenous gender and sexual diversity historically and currently, and providing hopeful paths towards the acceptance, support, and celebration of queer Indigenous folks. In this workshop, we will explore strategies that foster decolonial allyship practices in the spaces we occupy, including the workplace and interpersonally.
Learning Objectives
- To develop an understanding of the nuances of sex assigned at birth, gender identity, gender expression, and sexuality.
- To align with best practices regarding correct name and pronouns use.
- To gain tools and knowledge that help combat misinformation and disinformation about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- To develop an appreciation of the diverse histories of gender and sexuality on Turtle Island (North America) pre-contact, and to recognize the effects of colonization on Indigenous gender and sexual diversity historically and currently.
- To learn decolonial allyship practices that support and celebrate the Two-Spirit / Indigiqueer and broader LGBTQIA+ community.
Rae Madge
Rae Madge (pronouns–they/she) is a Deh’cho Dene, Cree-Métis, & mixed-settler Two-Spirit and Non-Binary femme living in Amiskwaciwâskahikan (Edmonton). They work at the Fyrefly Institute for Gender & Sexual Diversity as the program coordinator for Where The Rivers Meet, an educational initiative that shares teachings on Two-Spirit & Indigiqueer histories and decolonial allyship practices, as well as general 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, advocacy, and belonging. Rae is an accomplished speaker, presenting to thousands of people in their years as an educator, including conferences and workshops all over Alberta. They are deeply passionate about helping folks cultivate expansive views of gender and sexuality, free from colonial, patriarchal, and otherwise restrictive perspectives.
Members Only Discounts
Are you a member with the PAA? Did you know that members get discounts on workshops? Ensure that you are signed in when purchasing a ticket to receive your discount.
Full Members, Early Career Psychologists, Professional Affiliate Members, Out of Province Psychologist Members, Non-Practicing Members and Lifetime Members receive 20% off.
Provisional Members and Psychological Assistant Members receive 30% off.
Student Members receive 40% off.
Registrations
Registrations for in-person workshops are open until 3 business days prior to the workshop to ensure accurate numbers for catering and event space. Should you wish to register for this workshop within 1-3 business days prior to the workshop, requests must be made in writing to the Continuing Professional Development Officer at cpd@paa-ab.ca. Requests will not be processed if they are received after 12pm on the last business day prior to the workshop.
Continuing Education Credits
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for six (6) hours of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Continuing Professional Development Officer. Cancellations received fourteen (14) days prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. Cancellations received thirteen (13) days or less prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will be exempt from receiving a refund. Partial refunds will not be awarded. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.
