Upstander Training

Allyship in Action

Real allyship means showing up, especially when it’s hard.

Join the YWCA Banff for a special Pride Week edition of Upstander Training. Allyship in Action, designed to give you the tools to support and protect members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in everyday life, work, and social settings.

Through real-world scenarios and practical tools, this free training helps participants:

• Understand how queerphobia, harassment, and exclusion show up in Banff’s workplaces and public spaces

• Recognize when consent is not present and identify inappropriate behaviour

• Learn how to intervene safely and effectively using a proven Upstander framework

• Build a workplace and community culture rooted in respect, safety, and accountability

• Whether you’re a business leader, frontline worker, friend, or ally, this training is for you.

📍 Pioneer Room, Catherine Robb Whyte Building, 101 Bear Street
📅 Tuesday, October 7
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🎟️ Free, all are welcome. Registration encouraged.

Accessibility

Banff Pride strives to create accessible and inclusive spaces. Learn more, banffpride.ca/accessibility

• Venue is wheelchair accessible

• Gender-neutral washrooms available

• Training format includes group discussions and seated presentations

• Quiet space available if needed

• Content may be sensitive, supportive facilitators will be present

Volunteer

We’re seeking:

• Guest check-in and greeting

• Setup and teardown

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