By: Chelsea Moyer ’18, Staff writer
LVC offers a program to help educate current students on the importance of inclusivity on campus.
The Brave Zone Network aims to train and educate students, faculty and staff about the LGBT+ community. The program hopes to reduce homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism which will help make members of our community more comfortable on campus.
“By agreeing to become a member of the Brave Zone Network, the participant agrees to undergo training and serve as a resource,” Olajiwon McCadney, assistant director of intercultural affairs and inclusive programming, said. “They will help people seeking clarification on issues of sexuality and gender diversity.”
Those who complete the Brave Zone training will receive the official Brave Zone placard to hang in their space. This will inform the community of individuals who are supportive and trustworthy regarding sexuality and gender diversity issues.
“Students are educated about sexual orientation and gender identity issues,” McCadney said. “They will provide support to LVC community members that identify within the LGBT+ spectrum.”
Participants will learn about identities, key terms, pronouns, available resources and much more. They will recognize ways to create a positive campus environment for students, faculty and staff of all gender identities, gender expressions and sexual orientations.
Brave Zone trainings are held several times throughout each semester. Students should sign up on Redbook prior to attending a training session. For more information, contact Olajiwon McCadney at mccadney@lvc.edu.