Qu’Ed
In response to evolving legislation affecting employee resource groups (ERGs) across educational institutions, this monthly LGBTQ+ & Allies forum is designed to provide a safe, voluntary, and enriching space for employees to connect and share resource and best practices.
Though not structured as a formal ERG, this space fills a critical gap, offering professional learning, peer support, and community building. Each session explores timely topics impacting LGBTQ+ communities in education, while uplifting allyship and intersectional equity in the workplace.
Connect, learn, and grow in a welcoming community focused on LGBTQ+ and Ally employee experiences in educational workplaces.
Discussion Group Goals & Outcomes
By participating in this program, employees can expect to:
- Foster Belonging: Create informal spaces of support for LGBTQ+ employees and affirming allies.
- Stay Informed: Gain access to curated resources, policy updates, and best practices related to LGBTQ+ experiences.
- Sustain Connection: Create bridges across institutions and within workplaces; providing opportunities for networking
- Promote Wellbeing: Provide space to share experiences, reduce isolation, and promote mental health and cultural safety.
This Group is Open to:
- Open to all interested in education topics, LGBTQ+ identifying and allies alike.
- Held virtually and/or in rotating in-person locations to accommodate broad participation. A handful of in-person networking events is recommended in addition to virtual sessions.
- Non-political and mission-aligned with education values of dignity, equity, and inclusion.
To lead or propose a topic or for questions, contact Dr. Jennifer Bosco, jbosco@thinkplexus.org.