Training
LINC as the only NGO in the Republic working directly with women who identify as lesbian and bisexual has almost a 20 year history of providing supports and services to members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community. As part of these services LINC provides an LGBTI+ Awareness Programme to Health Professionals, social workers, community organisations, colleges, schools etc.
We are delighted to offer this half day practical LGBTI+ awareness training for those who work or volunteer with people and would like the skills to support LGBTI+ people.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the workshop participants will have
• Become familiar with the current terminology and definitions
• Demonstrate an increased awareness of the issues and challenges that LGBTI+ people face
• Be confident in engaging and supporting LGBTI+ people
• Begin to develop a plan around how to create an LGBTI+ inclusive and safe environment
This training can be delivered online
Testimonials
Feedback from participants:
‘Excellent – very open and encouraging’
‘Very inclusive’
‘I liked their relaxed and informal approach’
‘Good, informative and personal’
‘Very confident, kind, relaxed and human’
‘Brilliant’
‘Very effective’
‘Nice and relaxed, putting people at ease is a great strength’
‘Very approachable, knowledgeable and friendly’
For training enquiries please contact kate@linc.ie or phone 021-4808600