Training & Practice Development

Our training can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your team or organisation. We work closely with services and organisations to understand their gaps, needs, and areas of strength, and then customise bespoke training, capacity building, and consulting packages.

Navigating Risk: Strategies for working with and supporting LGBTIQA+ clients

This training focuses on equipping professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively support LGBTIQA+ clients. Participants will learn how to navigate the unique risks and challenges faced by these communities while fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Through practical strategies, case studies, and interactive discussions, this training aims to enhance the capacity of professionals to provide affirmative care and support.

Learning Objectives

Target Audience

  • Identify the unique challenges faced by LGBTIQA+ individuals, including various forms of discrimination and stigma. Apply an intersectional lens to support your practice.
  • Analyse the psychological impacts of these challenges on mental health and overall wellbeing to enhance empathy and support.
  • Develop competency in assessing safety, health, and emotional wellbeing risks specific to LGBTIQA+ clients.
  • Implement effective strategies to mitigate risks and promote resilience among individuals in the LGBTIQA+ community.
  • Master best practices for engaging in supportive and respectful conversations with LGBTIQA+ clients to facilitate open communication.
  • Cultivate skills for building rapport and trust in client relationships, ensuring clients feel safe and valued.
  • Familiarise yourself with a variety of support services specifically designed for LGBTIQA+ communities.
  • Learn how to effectively create and maintain a resource network that connects clients with the necessary services and support.
  • Gain expertise in policy and practice adaptations that promote a culture of inclusivity in professional environments.
  • Identify barriers to access for LGBTIQA+ clients and develop actionable strategies to overcome these barriers, ensuring equitable service delivery.
  • Social workers
  • Mental health professionals
  • Community leaders and advocates
  • Law enforcement personnel
  • Educators and trainers
  • Individuals working in shelters and support services

Options for Training Packages

Half-Day Training

  • Duration: 3.5 hours
  • Max. participants: 25
  • Focus: Key principles of working with LGBTIQA+ clients with practical strategies and risk assessment.

Full-Day Training

  • Duration: 7 hours
  • Max. participants: 25
  • Focus: In-depth exploration of topics, including case studies, role-playing and extended discussions.