Welcome to
our course on Supporting LGBTIQ+ young people
This course is crafted for youth workers, teachers, and educators eager to enhance their comprehension of the LGBTIQ+ community and dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere for all young people.
Are you prepared to broaden your insights and strengthen your role as an ally to LGBTIQ+ youth? Join us as we embark on this enlightening path of knowledge and personal development together!
In this course, we will explore essential support techniques for LGBTIQ+ youth, diving into a structured curriculum designed to enhance the capabilities of educators, youth workers, and anyone involved in the welfare of LGBTIQ+ young people. Starting with an introduction to the unique issues faced by LGBTIQ+ youth, we’ll lay the groundwork for understanding and addressing their specific needs.
We’ll delve into the affirmative approach in youth work, focusing on how to validate and support the identities and experiences of LGBTIQ+ individuals. This includes strategies for individual support, which are crucial for assisting LGBTIQ+ young people in their journeys. We will also cover effective methods for dealing with emotional triggers, helping you to manage and de-escalate situations sensitively and appropriately.
The course will guide you through the exploration of local LGBTQI+ resources, enabling you to connect young people with the support and community they need. We’ll practice navigating real-life scenarios to apply these techniques effectively, enhancing your confidence in supporting LGBTIQ+ youth in diverse situations.
Moreover, we will engage in reflective practices to assess boundaries and competences, ensuring that you can maintain professional and effective relationships while delivering support. This reflection is vital for personal growth and the continuous improvement of your support skills.
By the end of this course, you will have a deeper understanding of the needs of LGBTIQ+ young people and be equipped with the skills to support them effectively. You’ll be prepared to implement an inclusive and affirmative approach in your work, creating a supportive environment that fosters the well-being and development of all young people you engage with.
- Introduction
- Individual support for LGBTIQ+ young people
- Affirmative approach in Youth Work
- Dealing with triggers
- Exploring local LGBTQI+ Resources
- Navigating Real-Life Scenarios: Applying LGBTQI+ Support Techniques
- Reflecting on Boundaries and Competences.
In this course we will work on the following competences from the Rainbow Youth 2.0. Competence Framework:
Attitudes:
- Willingness to challenge their own and other people’s discriminatory actions and behaviors
- Recognition of possibly being in a position of power that affects the young person negatively, particularly due to the young person’s LGBTIQ+ identity
- Willingness to take controversial steps when needed, to support the inclusion of LGBTIQ+ young people
Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of the concept of intersectionality in practice and dynamics of power and privilege
- Basic knowledge about discrimination mechanisms and how to address them
Skills:
- Skill to challenge discriminatory language within a group
- Skill to recognise and tackle discrimination
Behaviours:
- Encourages conversation and creates opportunities for positive dialogue in the group
- Challenges discriminatory language in a way that does not shame a young person but helps them to learn
- Demonstrates zero tolerance for discrimination
