Inclusion Institute
Training that turns inclusion into everyday practice
An initiative of Lancaster County Chooses Love
The Inclusion Institute is a training and education initiative of Lancaster County Chooses Love. We provide practical, adaptable trainings that help organizations create safer, more inclusive, and affirming environments for the people they serve.
Our approach centers real-world application. We focus on turning values into action through clear tools, shared language, and strategies that can be implemented immediately and sustained over time.
Reach out to Jessica Purdy at Jessica@lancasterchooseslove.org to learn more about the Inclusion Institute, discuss training options, timing, and cost, and explore how we can support your goals.
What Is the Inclusion Institute?
The Inclusion Institute brings LGBTQ+ and inclusion-centered training directly into the community. Our work supports organizations that want to move beyond intention and toward meaningful, everyday practices that foster dignity, safety, and belonging.
Our trainings are grounded in lived experience and designed to meet organizations where they are. We recognize that schools, workplaces, faith communities, healthcare providers, libraries, and nonprofits all operate within different realities. Each training is adaptable to audience needs, organizational context, and current challenges.
Through the Inclusion Institute, organizations gain practical skills, clearer understanding, and increased confidence in creating environments where people feel respected, supported, and valued.
Who We Work With
The Inclusion Institute partners with organizations across Lancaster County and beyond that are committed to creating safer, more affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Click below to see how our trainings support your specific setting.
Schools and Educational Organizations
- Safer Learning Environments
- Improved Academic Outcomes
- Professional Development for Staff
Workplaces and Employers
- Improved Employee Engagement & Creativity
- Enhanced Innovation and Creativity
- Stronger Brand Reputation
- Legal & Compliance Risk Reduction
- Expanded Market Reach
Mental and Physical Healthcare Providers
- Better Patient Outcomes
- Reduced Misdiagnosis & Bias
- Improved Patient Satisfaction
- Alignment with Ethical Standards
Faith Communities and Congregations
- Strengthened Inclusivity & Belonging
- Alignment with Core Values of Love & Justice
- Reduced Harm and Spiritual Trauma
- Enhanced Community Engagement
- Improved Pastoral Care
- Conflict Resolution & Unity-Building
- Positive Public Witness
Libraries and Public Institutions
- Equitable Public Service Delivery
- Improved Public Trust
- Workforce Diveristy & Retention
Nonprofits and Community Organizations
- Mission Alignment with Equity Values
- Increased Community Trust
- Higher Volunteer & Staff Engagement
- More Effective Programs
Our trainings are appropriate for staff, leadership teams, volunteers, educators, service providers, and community members.
Why Work With the Inclusion Institute?
Our trainings are practical and actionable, grounded in lived experience and community accountability. They are designed to adapt to real-world constraints while centering dignity, safety, and belonging. Each training supports lasting cultural change by helping organizations turn values into everyday practice.
Training Areas
Training Format
We offer flexible training options to meet the needs of your organization, including in-person and virtual workshops, computer-based learning, and downloadable factsheets and quick-guides designed for schools, employers, and service providers.
Whether you are looking for a live, interactive experience or self-paced learning modules, we work with you to select the format that best fits your goals, audience, and capacity.
Policy Support & Consulting
Along with our trainings, the Inclusion Institute works with organizations to improve the policies, practices, and systems that affect LGBTQ+ people.
Led by Jessica Purdy, an experienced HR professional and policy specialist, our consulting work supports organizations in developing inclusive, equitable frameworks that reflect both best practices and lived experience. While much of our work centers on LGBTQ+ inclusive policy, we also assist with areas such as anti-harassment and anti-bullying policies, inclusive language guidelines, chosen name and pronoun protocols, and employee resource group development.
We take a collaborative and practical approach. We partner with your leadership team to review current policies, find any gaps, and create clear, lasting solutions that support both compliance and a positive workplace culture.
Policy Services:
- Diversity & inclusion statements
- Anti-bullying and anti-harassment policies
- Chosen name and gender identity policies
- Inclusive language and communication guidelines
- Formation and development of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Let’s Start a Conversation
If your school, workplace, congregation, or organization is looking to foster inclusion and support the year-round mission of Lancaster County Chooses Love, we’d love to connect.
Reach out to Jessica Purdy at Jessica@lancasterchooseslove.org to learn more about the Inclusion Institute, discuss training options, timing, and cost, and explore how we can support your goals.
The Inclusion Institute is powered and sponsored by FIC Human Resource Partners.
Disclosure: Our Executive Partner of Culture and Operations, Jessica Purdy, is also the Founder & CEO of FIC Human Resource Partners. To avoid a conflict of interest, all materials and content provided by FIC are offered at no cost to LCCL.
