From Cis-gender, Transgender to Non-binary Del will exam the gender spectrum today. What does it mean to identify as Trans or non-binary? What are the issues faced by people in the Trans community in accessing services. Del will offer an overview of terminology and, pronouns as well as examining the mental health implications and barriers to accessing support. Del will also look at the impact of transphobia in a gender critical environment which has brought politicians, celebrities and academics offering conflicting views. How can we ensure that the voices of all gender identities are heard?
Learning Objective Participants Can Expect From This Event
- To offer a welcoming service to people of all gender identities and receptive to their specific needs
- To be more aware of the impact of transphobia
- To better understand the gender spectrum and what different identities might mean to the individual
Who is This Workshop Appropriate For?
- Counsellors, therapists and other practitioners who want to engage with this client group
How May This Workshop Impact Your Practice?
- By being better informed about Trans people you will be better able to market yourself as trans friendly service
Course Content
Presenter
Del Beach-Campbell has been delivering and developing training and workshops for over 20 years. He has worked extensively in the third sector and the NHS supporting a range of clients including LGBT+, sex workers, people living with HIV, people involved in Chemsex, survivors of sexual violence, people involved in addictive behaviours, and people with issues around their sexual health. He is the founder of Delversity.
