M
M (they/them) is a licensed clinical social worker based in Wisconsin. They have been working in the field of social work for 10+ years, specializing in supporting transgender, gender diverse, and queer young individuals.
M has spent their career creating safe places for LGBTQ+ individuals through advocacy and education. While obtaining their undergraduate degree in Utah, they helped open the first LGBTQ+ resource space on campus.
Since then, M has partnered with countless agencies to create inclusive policies for LGBTQ+ people and spoken at conferences throughout the country on topics relating to care for this beautiful, strong, and resilient group of people. They bring their lived experience as a queer, nonbinary person to their work, welcoming others to join them in the fight for a better world.
Why hire M?
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According to the Human Rights Campaign:
46% of LGBTQ+ workers are closeted at work.
LGBTQ+ workers who work in unwelcoming environments report feeling distracted, exhausted, and unhappy
Almost 25% of employees report hearing inappropriate or harassing comments at work
Even in organizations with anti-discrimination policies, 45% of LGBTQ+ workers agree with the statement that enforcement of those policies is dependent on their supervisor’s feelings toward LGBTQ+ people
1 in 10 LGBTQ+ workers have left a job because of the environment.
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1998 - Executive Order 13087
Prohibits discrimination in federal employment based on sexual orientation
2020 - Bostock v. Clayton County, 140 S. Ct. 1731
Discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity constitutes discrimination "because of . . . sex" in violation of Title VII.
2021 - Executive Order 13988
“All persons should receive equal treatment under the law, no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation.”
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Paying lip service to inclusivity ultimately harms organizations and employees, leading to lower morale, loss of talent, and unsafe working conditions.
Equitable enforcement of anti-discrimination policies creates better working environments and can save lives.
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How do you know whether your workplace is safe for all employees? Bring someone in who is an expert in the field.
M partners with businesses and organizations to comprehensively audit policies and procedures for LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion.
Their professional recommendations, paired with commitment from leadership, work toward building better workplace culture– and results.
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As a queer, non-binary person, M is able to use their lived experience– the good, the bad, and everything in between– to help educate others.
Our Services
Training
M will tailor training sessions for your organization’s managers, teams, and employees based on each group’s needs.
Common questions and topics:
How to be a supportive manager to queer and gender-diverse individuals
How to handle aggressive or inappropriate behavior toward queer employees
How to respond when an employee comes out in the workplace
Consultation
M will comprehensively audit your organization’s policies and procedures to ensure they match your commitment to LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion.
They will offer solutions to increase safety and create better working conditions for all employees.
Speaking Engagements
M is available for panels, keynote speeches, and other speaking engagements. Fill out the form below for inquiries.
Testimonials
You ROCKED it and gave voice to so many of our patients, coworkers, friends, family members and our community, through your advocacy for gender-affirming care and creating safe and inclusive spaces for people to be who they are.”
Training Attendee
UW Health Manager
"M is a phenomenal educator, mentor, and practitioner who embodies inclusive and compassionate care for gender diverse individuals. M is a dynamic and engaging presenter who comfortably integrates their own identity and experiences into lessons shared with others. M is committed to creating inclusive spaces that foster self-reflection, learning, personal growth, and exploration in a manner that is both uplifting and informative. M will assuredly bring a dynamic and meaningful presence to any environment in which learning is required to support inclusivity and sensitivity. M is both a strong advocate, a person who provides meaningful representation for gender diversity, and an accessible partner in supporting growth of any participant who attends their sessions."
Conference Attendee
