The Office of Disability Services will host a Vote TN training session focusing on disability rights and accessibility with voting sites. As we look toward the upcoming election, this will be an exciting leadership opportunity for you. The training will be held on October 12th , 2010 from 3-5 pm in the University Center Room 227. We will also have a round table discussion with Knox County Election Administrator, Mr. Greg MacKay on October 13th from 2:30-4:30pm in the UC room 227. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your concerns and experiences with the voting process. Please RSVP by responding to this email at your earliest convenience. Do not hesitate to contact ODS with any additional questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Safe Zone Training: Empowering LGBT Allies
Facilitator: James DeVita
October 29, 8:30-11:30
Section 50080972
238 Conference Center Building
While issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity have become more prominent in society,individuals who identity as lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) continue to face harassment and discrimination. The absence of institutionalized supports at national and state levels requires LGBT individuals and their allies to develop and enact supports locally. The purpose of this course is to educate and empower individuals who have a desire to act as an ally for LGBT people and issues. During this 3-hour course, participants will engage in a series of interactive and reflexive activities that explore issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and ally identity. All are welcome to attend.