Welcome to ODLAN's Fall 2026 Newsletter

This newsletter contains information about:

• Upcoming Grant Writing with AI Webinar
• Self-Doxxing Webinar for National Coming Out Day
• Inspire Innovator of the Year Award
• Digitally Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Organizations Project Extension
• Community Resources & Updates

Upcoming Grant Writing with AI Webinar

Join us for a PWYC webinar with ODLAN’s Executive Director, Dr. Stephanie Jonsson, to explore best practices, tips, and the dos and don’ts of incorporating AI into your grant writing.

📍Zoom
📅September 23, 2026
🕒 12:30-1:00 PM ET

Self-Doxxing Webinar for National Coming Out Day

In honour of National Coming Out Day, join ODLAN's Executive Director, Dr. Stephanie Jonsson for a PWYC webinar on self-doxxing and protecting your digital identity.

During this webinar, you’ll learn how to assess your digital footprint, identify potential risks, and take practical steps to strengthen your online privacy and safety.

📍Zoom
📅October 12, 2026
🕒12:30-1:00 PM ET

Inspire Innovator of the Year Award

We’re proud to spotlight our Executive Director, Dr. Stephanie Jonsson, on being named the recipient of the Inspire Innovator of the Year Award!

This award honours individuals whose achievements and contributions within the Science and Technology sectors promote diversity, improve lives, and raise awareness about 2SLGBTQIA+ issues. Please join us in congratulating Stephanie!

Digitally Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Organizations Project Extension!

Over the past three years, we have worked to expand ODLAN’s foundational tools, resources, and networks to strengthen the digital capacity of organizations serving 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We are proud to announce that, thanks to funding from WAGE Canada, we will be able to continue building on this important work and advancing digital inclusion across our communities!

Community Resources & Updates

New Community Zine!