Name: Supporting Gender and Relationship Diversity in School Communities
Start: 2024-10-19T11:15:00-0600
End: 2024-10-19T12:15:00-0600

The Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) hosts an annual conference for substitute teachers in Alberta. Organizing this conference is one of the ways the ATA recognizes the valuable service that substitute teachers provide.

The conference is an excellent opportunity for networking and professional development. Sessions are geared specifically towards the needs of substitute teachers.

Saturday October 19, 2024 11:15 - 12:15 MDT

Fantasyland Hotel

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Now, more than ever, there is a need to enhance school community supports for people who identify as gender and/or relationship-diverse. In this workshop, participants will examine how purposeful language choices, understanding identity and privilege, and implementing specific support strategies can help to create a supportive, inclusive environment. As well, participants will discuss practices for authentic allyship in school communities. This workshop is designed to replace the PRISM – Professionals Respecting Individual Sexual and Gender Minorities workshop.

Speakers

Nancy Bromley

Association Instructor, The Alberta Teachers' Association

Nancy Bromley - A passionate public speaker, administrator, nature lover, and mother, Nancy uses her 30+ years as an educator to motivate you to think about teaching as a way of exploring the world and creating true agents for change. She’s passionate about encouraging educators... Read More →

Saturday October 19, 2024 11:15 - 12:15 MDT
Fantasyland Hotel 17730 87 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB T5T 4V4

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Host Organization Alberta Teachers' Association

2024 Substitute Teachers' Conference

Nancy Bromley

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