REPLAY & RESOURCES:

• Recording
• Presentation Slides (3/page)
• Presentation Slides (full page)
• The Harvey Institute
• Gay, Lesbian, Straight Educators Network
• Gay, Straight Alliance Network
• National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
• The Trevor Project
• World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
• Family Acceptance Project
• Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
• Williams Institute
• Lambda Legal
• Human Rights Council
• Child Welfare League of America
• National Center of Lesbian Rights
• Children of Gays Everywhere
• Family Equality Council
• What “The Sex Talk” Looks Like Now (2:34)

 Note: Training certificates are only available following live trainings or completion of self-paced courses. A certificate will not be provided for review of these materials.

TRAINING DETAILS:

Issues around sexual orientation and/or gender identity are often left unexplored in our child-serving organizations and agencies. Research shows us, however, that LGBTQIA+ youth often face increased levels of risk of harm by others and to themselves. Learn how to effectively engage this underserved population through conscious use of language, self-reflection, and inclusive organizational policies. The discussion will include an overview and identification of the physical and emotional stressors experienced by this population. There will also be an exploration of the cultural and institutional dynamics that reinforce this abuse. A strength-based approach will be emphasized throughout the discussion within an environment that will support individuals to explore their own thoughts, beliefs, and values as it relates to this population.

Participants will:

• Gain an understanding and be able to identify at least 3 specific risk factors for LGBTQIA+ youth
• Be able to describe 3 specific strategies they may employ in their work settings to create a more welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ youth.
• Be able to name at least 3 national or local resources for this population

Who should attend: Staff of family resource centers (FRCs), child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs), community-based organizations, and other child- and family-serving systems.

IMPORTANT TRAINING INFORMATION:

• This is an interactive training. Please be prepared to participate in activities such as group discussions, breakout rooms, and/or demonstrations. Your training experience will be best with the use of a webcam, audio, and a training environment conducive to active participation.
• This training will be recorded. The recording will be available to registered learners within 2 days of the training.
• California privacy laws mandate consent for recording conversations using AI applications. To ensure a respectful and secure learning environment for all participants, AI assistants are not allowed in CalTrin training. We value an accessible learning environment. If you require an accommodation to support your learning, please email us at least three business days before the training.
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