From Awareness to Advocacy: Supporting LGBTQ+ Clients (1.5HR)

This course equips professionals with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to provide affirming, inclusive, and culturally responsive care to LGBTQ individuals. Through an exploration of identity development, intersectionality, and systemic barriers, participants will deepen their understanding of the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals. Real-world case studies, self-reflection, and practical tools will help participants enhance their capacity to create safer, more supportive environments for LGBTQ+ clients across settings.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop strategies to advocate for LGBTQ+ equity within institutions and communities.
• Identify ethical considerations and best practices in supporting LGBTQ+ clients, including confidentiality, advocacy, and cultural humility.
• Examine one’s own biases, assumptions, and areas for growth in order to enhance inclusive practice.

Instructor: Clara Sainte, LCSW, LSCSW

 

Lesson 1: Ground the Work in Purpose Lesson 2: Recognize Risk, Rejection, and Affirmation Lesson 3: Audit Forms, Spaces, and First Impressions Lesson 4: Slow Bias, Receive Feedback, and Repair Harm Lesson 5: Turn Learning Into Advocacy Course Materials Final Quiz Course Wrap-up