👥 Target Audience: Admins & Office Hour Hosts
How to use these templates
These templates will help guide timely office hour sessions for you to host in your organization. The templates are inspired by 10KC’s 2024 Workplace Mentorship Calendar: A Year of Inclusive Initiatives.
Copy and paste these templates into a new office hour by heading over to the Office Hours section on the 10KC platform, selecting the “+” button on the right and scrolling to the bottom to select “Empty Template”.
From there you will:
Insert your email and any event editors necessary.
Copy and paste the title and description from this template into their respective spots on the platform.
Fill out the rest of the information for your office hour in terms of time, date, location, participants and target audience.
You don’t have to use this template for your communications, but this is meant to provide you with a starting point. Feel free to make it your own & have a great session!
Looking for some extra support with Office Hours? Check out this article for a deeper dive!
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Office Hour Title: Pride in Practice: Fostering Inclusive Cultures for LGBTQIA+ Employees
Office Hour Description
Join us for an interactive and informative session that delves into the practical steps organizations can take to create truly inclusive workplaces for LGBTQIA+ employees. Through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways, you'll gain the knowledge and tools needed to cultivate a culture of belonging and respect. This session will empower you to champion diversity, foster allyship, and implement strategies that support the well-being and success of LGBTQIA+ colleagues. Together, let's turn Pride into practice and build workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Sample Office Hour Flow
Welcome and Introductions
Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities and Experiences
Fostering a Culture of Belonging
The Role of Allies
Next Steps and Resources
Optional Pre-Office Hour QuestionsAdd a question for participants upon registration:
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After the Office Hour
Keep the knowledge flowing! We recommend following up with your Office Hour participants with a summary so they can keep their learnings in mind.
Invest in your development! Check out the feedback on your Office Hour on the 10KC platform for valuable insights.