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May Office Hour Template: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

👥 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:

  1. Insert your email and any event editors necessary.

  2. Copy and paste the title and description from this template into their respective spots on the platform.

  3. 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: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

Office Hour Description

Join us for a 1-hour interactive session to mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOT)! This session is open to all employees who want to foster a more inclusive and respectful work environment for everyone.

Together, we can:

  • Learn about the importance of IDAHOT and the challenges faced by LGBTQ2+ colleagues.

  • Explore strategies to create a workplace where everyone feels safe and empowered to be themselves.

  • Discuss best practices for promoting respect and understanding.

Don't miss this opportunity to:

  • Become a stronger ally for LGBTQ2+ colleagues.

  • Contribute to a more positive and productive work environment.

  • Learn how your actions can make a difference.

Space is limited, so register today!

Sample Office Hour Flow

  • Welcome and Introduction

  • What is IDAHOT and Why Does it Matter?

  • Understanding LGBTQ2+ Identities and Experiences

  • Creating an Inclusive Workplace: Practical Strategies

  • Open Discussion & Q&A

Optional Pre-Office Hour Questions

Add a question for participants upon registration:

  • What are your current questions regarding LGBTQ2+ inclusion in the workplace?

  • What is one thing you hope to take away from this session that would help you create a more inclusive work environment?

  • Or create your own!

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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.

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