Bringing a UNH Safe Zones program to your academic class can be an excellent way to address LGBTQIA+ issues within your curriculum!
We offer flexible programming options on a variety of engaging LGBTQIA+ and Ally topics using interactive formats, and can "tailor" programs based on the focus of your class.
NOTE: This form should only be filled out by faculty, instructor, or TA of a class for the purpose of scheduling a Safe Zones program. We prefer that requests are made at least 3 weeks prior to the program date requested.
If you are scheduling more than one program or want to invite us to more than one class, please fill out a separate request form for each program requested. Thank you.
Program Options for Classes
Being “Out” as LGBTQIA+ & Allies: Identities & Experiences
Timeframe: 50 - 90 minutes
This program features a panel of UNH LGBTQA+ students followed by an interactive Q & A discussion. LGBTQIA+ students will share how they identify within the LGBTQIA+ and Ally spectrum, personal experiences with coming out and reactions from friends and family, being LGBTQIA+at UNH, examples of homophobia, transphobia, heterosexism, genderism, and cisgenderism, the personal impact of bias incidents, tips for heterosexual and cisgender allies, and beyond. This is an informal opportunity for the students in your class to ask any questions and hear open and honest responses.[If you are requesting this program, please respond to this question below.]
The Power of Words: The Power of Allies
Timeframe: 50 - 90 minutes
This program engages students in scenarios that spark discussion about ways to be an ally. This program focuses on bias incidents that students may encounter and the intention, perception, and impact of language, comments, and behaviors. Students will have the opportunity to learn about specific scenario examples of homophobic and transphobic bias incidents and discuss bystander responsibility, including ways to respond as an ally. NOTE: Ask about how the scenarios used for this program can be specifically "tailored" to fit the focus / learning objectives of your class.
Gender & Transgender Identities, & Transphobic Bias
Timeframe: 50 - 90 minutes
This program engages students in interactive activities and scenarios, and may feature film clips if equipment is available. Students will have the chance to consider their own identities of sex, gender identity, gender expression, and gender socialization. Students will gain an understanding of the bias incidents that transgender and gender non-conforming students may experience, and the assumptions, perceptions, or stereotypes that people may make based on gender expression. As we consider specific scenarios of transphobic bias incidents that could and have happened at UNH, students will discuss ways to respond and be an ally.
