Showing events on February 11, 2017
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Women in Leadership
February 11, 2017 - 9:00am to 4:00pm
Evidence suggests that women face unique leadership challenges. Marginalization based on gender, family and work priorities, and societal expectations create a system that hinders the maximization of leadership potential. In addition, women bring diverse capabilities and hold unique characteristics in the work world today. Community benefit organizations must leverage this diversity of leadership to improve decision making, tap into diverse points of view, and inspire social change.
This course will examine the social, structural and personal dynamics that differentially impact women and men as leaders. It will prepare all students to identify and harness the specific needs and capabilities of women. It will provide the knowledge and skills to succeed and contribute added value in their roles as leaders at any level.Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.
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Social Work Services That Make a Difference: Meaningful Supports for Transgender Youth and Their Families
February 11, 2017 - 9:00am to 5:00pm
This course will offer a working definition of terms, including : Transgender, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Intersex, Gender Nonconforming, Non Binary, Intersex, Gender Transition, and Ally. Language and terminology will be examined with emphasis on using affirming language and avoiding offensive terminology. ...
Registration for this course is closed. Visit the CE Course Catalog for more offerings.