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Navigating Trans+ Inclusion in the Workplace: Beyond Pride Month 2.0
2025-07-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Online Webinar
Global Challenges, Workplace Allyship & Meaningful Action
An Exclusive Online Fireside Chat in Partnership with Inclusive Companies
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
In 2025, trans+ inclusion in the workplace is not just an HR initiative—it is a business imperative. With increasing global challenges, evolving societal debates, and ongoing policy shifts, many employers struggle to navigate the complexities of true inclusion.
As we move beyond Pride season, the real question remains: how do organisations turn visibility into lasting impact? How can they ensure that trans+ employees feel seen, supported, and valued year-round?
Join us for a thought-provoking fireside chat with leading experts in transgender inclusion. Our esteemed panellists will provide critical insights, address pressing concerns, and share actionable strategies to help employers foster truly inclusive workplaces.
Meet Our Panellists
🔹 Joanne Lockwood (she/her) – The Inclusive Culture Expert, SEE Change Happen
🔹 Laura Scarrone Bonhomme (she/her) – Consultant Clinical Psychologist & Co-Founder of Affirm
🎙 Host: Lucian Main (he/him) – Account Manager at Inclusive Companies
Discussion Focus & Key Themes
🔍 Understanding the Current Landscape
• The state of trans+ rights and inclusion globally in 2025
• The impact of societal and political changes on trans+ employees
• How businesses can respond to increasing scrutiny and misinformation
🏢 Workplace Inclusion: Moving Beyond Tokenism
• Addressing performative allyship and ensuring meaningful change
• The role of leadership in fostering an inclusive culture
• Policies, benefits, and workplace adjustments that make a difference
🛠 Practical Steps for Employers & HR Professionals
• How to handle workplace discussions around trans+ inclusion with confidence
• Supporting transitioning employees: from policies to lived experiences
• Recognising and challenging unconscious bias in hiring and promotion
🌈 Allyship in Action
• The dos and don’ts of trans+ allyship in the workplace
• How to use Pride season as a launchpad for long-term impact
• The importance of representation, visibility, and workplace networks
💬 Interactive Q&A Session
• Open space for attendees to pose questions to the panel
• Discussion on challenges faced by employers and best practice solutions
🎤 Who Should Attend?
This session is designed for anyone committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, including:
👥 HR professionals – Shape policies and practices that genuinely support trans+ employees.
🌍 Diversity & Inclusion leaders – Create cultures where everyone belongs.
🏢 Business leaders & decision-makers – Lead with confidence in an evolving landscape.
🧑‍💼 Employers looking to enhance trans+ inclusion efforts – Make your workplace a place of true belonging.
🎟 Register Now – Don’t Miss This Critical Conversation!
Let’s move beyond conversation and into action. Will you be part of the change? 🌈
#TransInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #LGBTQIA+ #WorkplaceEquity #Pride2025 #InclusiveLeadership #HR #Allyship
About the speakers
Joanne Lockwood FPSA FRSA FIEDP
Pronouns She/Her
The Inclusive Culture Expert

Joanne Lockwood, the trailblazing Founder and CEO of SEE Change Happen, embodies transformative change in the realm of Inclusive Cultures. As an Inclusive Culture Expert and International Keynote Speaker, Joanne is not just a speaker and consultant; she is a beacon of inspiration, redefining the landscape of diversity and inclusion. Her life journey as a transgender woman amplifies her voice, making her an authentic and heartfelt mentor in the mission for building inclusive organisational cultures where everyone can thrive.
https://joannelockwood.co.uk/

Lucian Main
Pronouns He/Him
ED&I Partnership Executive | Inclusive Companies
Lucian Main (He/Him) is an ED&I Partnership Executive at Inclusive Companies with a passion for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Lucianbelieves in their transformative power to enhance workplace culture, drive engagement, and promote a sense of belonging. He actively participates in and supports various ERGs, recognising their crucial role in creating a more equitable and supportive workplace for everyone. Lucian like the rest of his panel understands the impact that 365 LGBTQ+ Inclusion can have.

Laura Scarrone Bonhomme
Consultant Clinical Psychologist | Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity Specialist
Co-Founder & Director at Affirm
Laura Scarrone Bonhomme is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 14 years of international experience. Over the past eight years, she has specialised in transgender health, supporting more than 800 transgender and non-binary individuals, as well as their loved ones, through assessment and psychotherapy. In collaboration with community members, Laura co-authored Gender Affirming Therapy: A Guide to What Transgender and Non-binary People Can Teach Us, a resource designed to foster a deeper understanding of gender diversity within clinical practice. Motivated by witnessing systemic inequities in healthcare for gender-diverse individuals, she co-founded Affirm (www.affirm.lgbt), an online training platform dedicated to equipping healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver compassionate, equitable, and high-quality care to queer people. Beyond her clinical and educational roles, Laura actively advocates for increased visibility and accurate representation of transgender and non-binary communities in the media. Her insights and expertise have been featured in prominent publications, including Women’s Health Magazine, Glamour, and The Telegraph, allowing her to amplify the voices of trans individuals and highlight the urgent need for systemic changes within healthcare and broader society.
