Sexual Orientation and Service Users
Aims
To raise awareness of lesbian and gay issues in order to create a more inclusive working environment and provide an inclusive service for lesbian and gay service users.
Objectives
By the end of the course participants will:
- Have considered definitions and examples of homophobia and heterosexism
- Have explored the impact of some of the prejudices, myths and stereotypes surrounding lesbians and gay men
- Have identified appropriate language and behaviour towards lesbians and gay men and know how to challenge inappropriate language and behaviour
- Understand how sexual orientation legislation impacts on their workplace and practices
- Have identified individual and organisational strategies to reduce barriers in order to create inclusive ways of working with, or providing services to lesbians and gay men
- Have identified individual actions for use in the working environment and service delivery and feel more confident when working with lesbians and gay men.
Format
A one day workshop for a maximum of 16 participants.
Certificates
A certificate of course completion will be issued for use.
