Sexuality Awareness & Best Practice Courses

These courses are targetted towards staff from NHS trusts, local government and social services and focus on the issues facing lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) individuals who are accessing mainstream services. They provide an opportunity for staff to reflect on their working practices with this client group.

By the end of these training courses participants will have:
• Explored their own attitudes towards sexuality;
• Reflect on negative stereotypes, and the effects of discrimination;
• Explored the myths, stereotypes, and realities of LGB people;
• Looked at practical ways of supporting LGB people within mental health services.

Sexual Orientation Awareness Training
A half-day workshop to raise the awareness of staff of labels & stereotypes; levels of homophobia; combating homophobia & challenging homophobia.

Best Practice when Working with Individuals on Issues of Sexual Orientation
A one-day workshop exploring sensitive approaches to working with Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual service users, and those questioning their sexuality.

For further information email Nicola or call her on 020 8305 5000