AASW Webinar Recording | Diverse Schools, Inclusive Futures - LGBTQI+ Awareness and Advocacy in Education

Capability Level: Evolving; Established

This two-part webinar explores the broader topic of difference and diversity from a LGBTQI+ lens. These webinars focus on LGBTQI+ awareness in schools, aiming to create a supportive and affirming atmosphere for all students, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

These webinars include psychoeducation, personal stories and statistical insights from a developmental perspective including psycho neuro therapy approach outlining key influences of the LGBTIQ+ experience. Participants will gain valuable insights into the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ students, as well as practical strategies for creating safer and more inclusive school environments.

Who should register?

This training welcomes social workers of various backgrounds. Whether you are employed in a school or are involved in a child-related setting, this event will be great opportunity to broaden your knowledge in working with LGBTQI+ children in an educational setting.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Define the differences between sexuality, gender, and sex, including queer identities
• Identify key contributors to mental health pressure points, including suicidality, for LGBTIQA+ school students (primary and secondary) in the school and at home
• Develop strategies to promote mental health, create a safe environment, and support the parent of LGBTIQA+ school students
• Develop a best practice approach to working with LGBTIQA+ school students

AASW Credential: School; Mental Health