An engaging and interactive workshop that provides practical tools to create more welcoming and inclusive workplaces across the arts and creative sectors.
This equity, diversity, & inclusion workshop will take place on Thursday 26 November from 11am — 2pm and is free to attend. A light vegetarian lunch will be provided for participants.
Who is it for?
This workshop is aimed at artists, creatives & arts workers, whether freelance or an employee, at any level in the arts and creative sectors in Ireland and aims to build participants’ understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities, inclusive language, and allyship.
Why does it matter?
Creating inclusive and respectful workplaces benefits everyone. LGBTQIA+ work colleagues, artists, participants, and audiences should feel welcomed, valued, and able to participate fully in creative spaces.
What will I learn?
This workshop is a fun and interactive learning session offering a comprehensive overview of LGBTQIA+ identity, terminology, and allyship delivered in partnership with ShoutOut. The workshop is facilitated by Ruadhán O’Críodáin, Founder and Director of Shoutout.
A safe space is provided for people to ask questions, and we show how small changes in practice, policy, and approach can make a big difference for LGBTQIA+ colleagues, artists, and audiences.
"I found the presentation of very high quality, offering a great balance between general, personal, theoretical and practical insights on the subject, especially for a group with very diverse knowledge and experiences. The interventions of the attendees were also very well managed."
In this session, we will discuss the current landscape for LGBTQIA+ communities, artists, and art workers, and explore how organisations and individuals can meaningfully support LGBTQIA+ inclusion and visibility.
This session is crucial for anyone who wants to lead confidently as an LGBTQIA+ ally or advocate in their work. Everyone can learn something here!
This will be an interactive session, with scenario work, discussion, and ample opportunities for Q&A.
Ruadhán O’Críodáin
Ruadhán O’Críodáin (he/him) is the Executive Director of ShoutOut, a registered charity advancing LGBTQI+ inclusion through education. ShoutOut’s vision is of an Ireland where every LGBTQI+ person can fully and proudly be themselves, and we work towards this vision by promoting LGBTQI+ inclusion in schools, workplaces, and communities.
Outside of ShoutOut, Ruadhán is passionate about the Irish arts and culture scene. He serves as a Board Director of GAZE International LGBTQI+ Film Festival, and previously worked for a range of Irish arts institutions and festivals. He brings this experience to his work delivering LGBTQI+ inclusion training and education with Safe to Create.