Deanna Gilbert Asks:
What practical policies do you support that will improve the lives of LBGTQ+ people in Kamloops? For example, do you support the conversion of gendered single stall bathrooms (i.e. Men/Women) to non-gendered bathrooms. This wouldn't even necessarily need new signs, but removing the one displaying the Man/Woman icon.
I think that creating non-gender bathrooms is a simple safe and effective way to support the LGBTQ2S+ community. It is something that does not really impact the other members of the community but will go a long way to support our LGBTQ2S+ community. I do think that some may need to be educated about it as there is still a lot of ignorance in the community in regards to gender neutrality. I also think that all cities should offer workshops to staff for sensitivity training and direction on policy for the community. I also believe that organizations can do more to ensure they have good hiring practices to encourage, attract and retain a diverse staff.