DEI Workshop: The Savvy Ally
UU Society of Geneva
Join us on November 18 for a workshop with Jeannie Gainsburg, the founder of Savvy Ally Action. Jeannie’s book The Savvy Ally is a guide to becoming a skilled LGBTQ+ advocate. She will be speaking about gender fluidity, pronouns, and avoiding the trap of heterosexist language. Jeannie will be joining us remotely. Participants can attend in-person in the Common Room or online via Zoom. The Common Room will be open at 4:00 pm for social time and Jeannie’s workshop will run from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Stay afterwards for a light dinner, desserts, and discussion. Wear your favorite rainbow attire! Please sign up here by November 13th. For more information, contact deileader@uusg.org.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83195037515
Meeting ID: 831 9503 7515
Check out some of Jeannie’s videos below!
Why Share Pronouns?
Help folks understand why normalizing the practice of pronoun-sharing is such a savvy ally action.
What’s Up With “Queer”?
Have you ever wondered why someone might use the term “queer” to refer to themselves or a loved one? Have you been unsure whether you should use it too? This video offers guidance on the “whys” and “hows” of the term “queer.”
Five Facts About Nonbinary People
Is being nonbinary the same as being androgynous? Do all nonbinary people use singular they? Is being nonbinary a new trend? Take a look at this 2-minute video for answers to these questions and more.