Workshops
We are excited to offer some of our Allyship Training and Keynote programs as Public Workshops throughout the year. These workshops are open for anyone to attend (virtually), with admission by donation on a sliding scale. View answers to some of the FAQs below. If you are interested in attending multiple programs, you may want to consider one of our package deals.
Please note: for the 2025-2026 season, our workshops take place Wednesday nights starting at 7pm EDT.
Check out our testimonials from previous workshops to hear about their impact.
2025-2026 Public Workshops Season
Inclusive Language & Allyship
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
7pm — 8:30pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $35 to $100
Guiding Questions:
What are examples of neutral language?
Does inclusive language erase women?
What are the harms of traditional (performative) allyship?
How can I support queer people if I don’t like to protest?
Building Q-mmunity: Queer Kinship, Joy, and Chosen Family
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
7pm — 8pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $30 to $80
Description:
In this keynote, Sydney will explore themes surrounding queer community, queer kinship, and chosen family. Drawing from nir lived experiences surrounding mutual aid and queer joy, ney will discuss the importance of showing up and caring for one another in light of oppressive systems, and strategies for creating queer community spaces.
Rainbow Churches
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
7pm — 8:30pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $35 to $100
Guiding Questions:
What are some of the challenges faced by queer Christians?
Isn’t it enough to say my church is welcoming?
How can I counter the “clobber” passages from the Bible?
How can my church better support queer people?
Beyond the Binary: Nonbinary Perspectives on Existence and Expansiveness
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
7pm — 8pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $30 to $80
Description:
In this keynote, Sydney will explore what it means to be non-binary in a binary and cisnormative world. Drawing from nir lived experience as a non-binary person who uses neopronouns, Sydney will discuss what it means to challenge all forms of binaries and how to build spaces where we can live as our full, expansive selves.
Misinformation & Microaggressions
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
7pm — 8:30pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $35 to $100
Guiding Questions:
How can I recognize and challenge anti-queer microaggressions?
Is hate against queer and trans people rising?
What parts of the queer community are most vulnerable to experiencing anti-queer and anti-trans misinformation?
What are strategies for debunking misinformation and harmful myths?
Pride & Resistance: Social Justice Activism By & For Queer People
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
7pm — 8pm EDT
Recommended Donation: $30 to $80
Description:
In this keynote, Sydney will explore what it means to engage in activism as a member of the queer and trans community. Drawing from nir extensive lived experiences as a social justice activist, ney will discuss strategies for activism using creative and non-traditional means that embrace each person’s diverse, unique, and lived experiences.
FAQs on Public Workshops
Who should attend the public workshops?
We recommend our workshops for anyone who wants to learn how to be more about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and how to be effective allies – as individuals, classmates, teachers, professors, social workers, healthcare providers, people of faith, community leaders, politicians, parents, family, and more.
Where are the public workshops?
Our workshops take place on Zoom. To join, you must have access to a stable internet connection and an electronic device (e.g. computer, phone, tablet).
Is there a cost?
Yes. Our team puts a lot of time and energy into developing programming that addresses various topics within the queer and trans community. This is a significant amount of emotional labour, both in the program development and in facilitation. For our public workshops, admission is by donation. At this time, we are unable to offer free programming. However, we do provide a recommended sliding scale, recognizing that folks have different donation abilities. If you are able to donate on the higher end, that is greatly appreciated, as this also helps to cover the cost of those who need to donate on the lower end.
How do I sign up?
Simply complete our registration form and you will receive a confirmation and invoice within 3 business days.
Package Deals
Our package deals are by donation. The suggested donations help to cover compensation for facilitators as well as basic administrative costs. If you are able to donate on the higher end, that is greatly appreciated, as this also helps to cover the cost of those who need to donate on the lower end. If you are unable to donate, or need to donate lower than the recommended amount, please contact info@rainbow-allyship.org so that we can find what works best for you.
Community Package
A great package for someone who understands the fundamentals and wants to learn more from a queer/trans lived experience.
Recommended Donation: $40 — $150
2 hours of programming — choose 2 from:
Building Q-mmunity: Queer Kinship, Joy, and Chosen Family
Beyond the Binary: Nonbinary Perspectives on Existence and Expansiveness
Pride & Resistance: Social Justice Activism By & For Queer People
Practicum Package
A great package for anyone who wants to learn basics of what it means to be queer and trans, and how to support queer and trans loved ones and the wider community.
Recommended Donation: $60 — $200
3 hours of programming — choose 2 from:
Inclusive Language & Allyship
Rainbow Churches
Misinformation & Microaggressions
Double Package
A great package for someone who wants a combination of practical (training) and lived experience (keynote).
Recommended Donation: $50 — $175
2.5 hours of programming
Choose 1 training program and 1 keynote from options listed.
Comprehensive Package
A great package for someone who wants a broad spectrum of knowledge relating to the queer and trans community!
Recommended Donation: $125 — $500
7.5 hours of programming
Includes all sessions offered in the 2025-2026 season (3 trainings, 3 keynotes).