Trans 101: History, Terminology, and Allyship Basics

Join us for a 90-minute presentation on “Trans 101: History, Terminology, and Allyship Basics.”  This session will provide a brief history of the LGBTQ+ movement, introduce common terminology related to transgender rights, and offer foundational tips for being an effective ally to the LGBTQ+ community. This special edition, tailored for Philadelphia-based Green Building United, will also explore the intersection of transgender allyship with the Housing and Urban Development industries, highlighting the underserved needs of the LGBTQ+ community and how industry can address these issues.

Register here for this free* virtual event held on Zoom.

Speaker Danielle Gonzalez is a JEDI (Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) educator and advocate specializing in issues surrounding the LGBTQ+ community. Since coming out as transgender in 2015, Danielle has been a passionate advocate for nearly a decade. She has shared her expertise with organizations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Living Future Institute, and is a recurring guest lecturer at Wichita State University. Her educational approach emphasizes visibility and personal stories.

“Humans are social creatures, and that same social drive that creates a powerful need to connect with others is also responsible for tribalism and an ‘us vs. them’ mentality. However, bigotry thrives in a vacuum. It’s much harder to dehumanize and delegitimize others when you can see their faces and learn their stories.” – Danielle Gonzalez

*Show your support! Contribute any amount you can before finalizing your registration. Proceeds will go to both Philly-based William Way LGBT Community Center & national suicide prevention and crisis intervention non-profit organization The Trevor Project.