Cultural Responsiveness in LGBTQ+ Community
Mon, Mar 11
|Via Zoom
Get a deeper understanding of cultural responsiveness in the LGBTQ+ community and learn about the intersection of trauma and victim services. This is a free virtual training for first responders and related professionals in Montgomery County and surrounding areas.
Time & Location
Mar 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Via Zoom
About The Event
A culturally responsive approach to victim service delivery can significantly enhance the services and support provided to LGBTQ+ victims of crime. This training will help participants increase their understanding of common terms and identities within the LGBTQ+ community. Participants will also identify culturally responsive resources and learn ways to minimize barriers to seeking services.
As a result of this training, participants will be able to:
Define and discuss language and terms used when working with the LGBTQ+ community
List at least one culturally responsive resource for LGBTQ+ victims of crime.
Identify two strategies to remove barriers to services for LGBTQ+ victims of crime.
This is a free training sponsored by the Office for Victims of Crime.