FACE TO FACE COURSE: Supporting LGBT Children, Young People and Families

Date & Time:

Wednesday 20 March 2019 (09:30 - 16:30)

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Venue:

Didcot Civic Hall, Didcot Civic Hall Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7JN

Detail:

The purpose of this course is to consider the specific needs and associated safeguarding risks that may be experienced by children and young people who are LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or other) or questioning their sexuality or gender identity, including children and young people with LGBT+ parents/carers.

The aims of this course are to:

  • Better understand LGBT+ terminology and identities
  • Understand the legal context, including Ofsted requirements and what schools/colleges/youth services should be doing
  • Consider the impact of anti-LGBT+ discrimination and how to challenge it
  • Understand the safeguarding risks in relation to children and young people who are LGBT+ and ways to mitigate them
  • Reflect on the transformative power of adopting a restorative approach
  • Consider ways to create safe spaces / LGBT inclusive spaces
  • Reflect on the importance of challenging gender stereotypes
  • Seek to understand the experience of LGBT+ families
  • Seek to understand the experience of trans and gender questioning children and young people and how to support them
  • Consider how this relates to your own role, identify next steps to improve practice and consider your role in inter-agency working
  • Share knowledge and expertise
  • Signpost guidance, resources and local support

Refreshments: Delegates will need to bring their own lunch and a reusable cup for hot drinks. Water will be available.

Booking:

Booking has now closed for this event.

Further Information:

Enquiries:

oscb.training@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Trainer:

Jo Brown and Stonewall trainer

Venue Details:

Didcot Civic Hall, Didcot Civic Hall Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7JN

(01865 815843 oscb.training@oxfordshire,gov.uk)