✱ Developing our trans allies LGBT+ and trans activists have worked with Learning and Organising Services to create a ground-breaking new course to help members support trans equality. MORE THAN 100 are putting into action what they’ve learned from the new course, How To Be A Good Trans Ally. Launched last summer as part of the union’s trans equality campaign, the course is designed to help participants create more trans-inclusive workplaces. “The course looks at the role of a trans ally, why it’s 20 U LEARN
needed and what you can do to promote trans equality in your workplace and in wider society,” explains Education Officer Sarah Hayes. Designed for members as well as branch activists, the half-day course aims to equip participants with the data, case studies and arguments they need to challenge transphobia and argue for trans and non-binary rights.
It includes a powerful short film and some reallife case studies, as well as opportunities for smallgroup discussions. “We’re keen to make sure participants don’t just attend the workshop and then that’s it,” says Sarah. “We want to ensure they’re linked in with the LGBT+ national selforganised group and the