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The event is free or by-donation. PIE appreciates your support!
About this event
Join Pride in Engineering for a free virtual Lunch ’n Learn hosted by Victoria Buchholtz in collaboration with the Queer Education Foundation.
This workshop will provide an approachable introduction to Trans & Non-Binary identities while exploring practical ways to foster more inclusive workplaces, communities, and everyday interactions. Participants will gain foundational knowledge, learn inclusive terminology and pronoun best practices, and better understand common barriers faced by gender-diverse communities today.
This session is designed for anyone interested in learning more - whether you are an engineer, student, workplace leader, ally, or community member.
Workshop Topics
• Trans & Non-Binary identities
• Common terms and definitions
• Pronoun usage tips and best practices
• Present-day barriers faced by Trans communities
• Creating more inclusive workplaces, communities, and families
Event Details
📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MST
💻 Hosted virtually (meeting link and details sent upon registration)
🎟️ Free and open to everyone
About the Speaker
Victoria Bucholtz holds a doctorate in History and Gender Theory from the University of Calgary and is an instructor at Mount Royal University in Calgary.
She works in the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) field with the Queer Education Foundation as a consultant and facilitator. Victoria is also a co-creator of Queer Citizens United, a board member for Trans Action Alberta, and works with Queer Momentum.
An avid mountaineer, performer, and dog mom, Victoria is a passionate advocate for gender and sexually diverse communities.
Tickets
The event is free or by-donation. PIE appreciates your support!
About PIE
Pride in Engineering is an Edmonton-based non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and connecting 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals in engineering. All proceeds from this event will go to supporting Pride in Engineering's initiatives to continue to build and support the 2SLGBTQIA+ engineering community.
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