Gender and Identity Training

This 2.5 hour session will cover:

• The meaning and complexities of sexual orientation & gender identity and how the two relate to each other.
• Gender dysphoria and dysmorphia and the impact that this has on a person.
• An exploration of language and pronouns
• Learn what Science knows so far about gender incongruence.
• A look into the statistics and research that underpins supporting people with gender dysphoria
• The Law & Policies
• The transitional process
• How to support people with their gender identity
• Looking at the wider issues for someone with gender dysphoria and body dysmorphic disorder and how to safeguard them
• What constitutes a safeguarding concern when it comes to supporting someone with their gender identity
• When to refer a child for safeguarding support