Date: 18th August 2020 - Virtual Taster Session

Times: 10am

Venue: Virtual

Cost: FREE

Course details

It is vital that staff and volunteers working with young people are able to create safe and inclusive spaces for young people who are LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer and questioning). Shaped by young people and Youth Cymru’s expertise in LGBTQ+ youth work, the course provides insight into the identities and experiences of young people who are LGBTQ+. Through group discussions and activities, it explores and promotes best practice, in a safe and supportive learning environment.

Participants will:

• Become more confident in identifying and using appropriate language about sexual orientation and gender identity
• Identify the discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ young people
• Gain skills and knowledge in supporting LGBTQ+ young people and eliminating barriers and discrimination
• Be able to signpost to appropriate support and information services
• Identify actions on how to strengthen LGBTQ+ inclusion within your workplace

Rachel Benson (pronouns: she / her) is the Equality, Inclusion and Programmes Manager at Youth Cymru. Rachel has managed TransForm Cymru since its establishment in 2014. She has extensive experience of youth work with trans, non-binary, gender diverse and questioning young people, as well as working with a wide range of organisations across Wales to promote trans inclusive policy and practice. Rachel holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Youth and Community Work and an MA in Managing Community Practice; her research focuses on trans young people's experiences of youth work and safe spaces.

Kay Dennis (pronouns: they / them) has worked with Youth Cymru and TransForm since 2018, co-facilitating workshops as well as being a Creative Assistant on Humanequin. They have worked alongside the Equality and Diversity Department at the University of South Wales for three years, furthering trans inclusion policies and practice. They are a trans and non-binary person, and often draws on their own experience during workshops to aid delivery. Kay is studying a Masters in Drama at the University of South Wales, as well as holding a Youth Work and Community Practice Level 2 Qualification.

Please contact Rachel Benson, Equality, Inclusion and Programmes Manager with any enquiries about our bespoke training courses – rachel@youthcymru.org.uk