The Inclusion Exchange - Respect is the Default
Schedule
Wed, 15 Oct, 2025 at 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
31 East Clay Ave., Muskegon, MI, United States, Michigan 49442 | Muskegon, MI
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Join us for the second session of The Inclusion Exchange – a powerful community education series focused on building inclusive and affirming spaces for all!🗓 Wednesday, October 15
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 United Way of the Lakeshore | 31 East Clay Avenue, Muskegon MI, 49442
🎟 FREE | Space is limited — registration required!
🌈 Session 2: Respect is the Default
Gain tools for navigating respectful conversations around polarizing or sensitive topics — and staying grounded in empathy.
✨ About The Inclusion Exchange
The Inclusion Exchange is a four-part speaker series presented by United Way of the Lakeshore in partnership with the Grand Rapids LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium. Through interactive, real-world training, this series offers community members, businesses, and service providers the tools to create spaces where LGBTQ+ individuals feel seen, respected, and safe.
All sessions are free and open to the public, and will take place on Wednesdays from 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM:
✅ October 15: Respect is the Default
✅ January 28: Power of Pronouns: A Business Case
✅ April 1: The Affirming Care Environment
👥 Who should attend?
Everyone is welcome — especially community members, business professionals, nonprofit staff, educators, healthcare workers, and anyone passionate about fostering inclusive spaces.
📜 Bonus! Attend all four sessions and you may qualify for a Safe Spaces Designation from the LGBTQ+ Healthcare Consortium — a meaningful recognition for individuals and organizations committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion. NOTICE - If you missed session 1, you still can earn the designation! We will be hosting the first session again at the end of the series.
✅ This event is FREE, but space is limited to 50 participants. Register early to save your spot!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-inclusion-exchange
💬 This series is made possible through the generous support of the Love is Love Fund at the Community Foundation for Muskegon County
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Where is it happening?
31 East Clay Ave., Muskegon, MI, United States, Michigan 49442Event Location & Nearby Stays:
