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LGBTQ Inclusive Practices 101

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) inclusive practices can have a profound positive impact on therapeutic outcomes and quality of life. Being culturally responsive and inclusive of people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexual orientations is a sought-after skill by many professionals. In this hour-long introductory level course, participants will learn about LGBTQ-inclusive practices across settings and will leave with the knowledge and tools to begin to implement these practices in their workplaces and with their clients.

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LGBTQ Inclusive Practices 101

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) inclusive practices can have a profound positive impact on therapeutic outcomes and quality of life. Being culturally responsive and inclusive of people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexual orientations is a sought-after skill by many professionals. In this hour-long introductory level course, participants will learn about LGBTQ-inclusive practices across settings and will leave with the knowledge and tools to begin to implement these practices in their workplaces and with their clients.

Presenters

  • Wes Chernin

    MS, CCC-SLP

    Wes Chernin (he/him) is an early childhood speech-language pathologist in Portland, Oregon and has worked in various roles in public education since 2009. He is also a co-founder of Q Inclusion LLC, a private consulting agency that specializes in cultivating safe, inclusive, and connected communities for people of all gender identities and expressions. Wes is a recipient of the Oregon Safe Schools and Communities Coalition (OSSCC) 2019 Safe Schools Award for his work as a queer and trans inclusion consultant. He holds a deep passion for helping folks whose voices have historically not been heard, be heard. Outside of work, you can find Wes stomping around the Pacific Northwest with his partner, Eliza, and dog, Baker, in search of beautiful scenery and delicious food and drink.

Learning Objectives

Describe what LGBTQ inclusive practices look, sound, and feel like
Explain the impact LGBTQ inclusive practices can have on therapeutic outcome, activities of daily living, and quality of life
Implement entry-level LGBTQ inclusive practices across settings

Agenda

Agenda

5 minutesWelcome & Introductions
10 minutesAn Introduction to LGBTQIA+ Concepts and Terminology
10 minutesWhy Inclusive Practices Matter
30 minutesLGBTQ Inclusive Practices Across Settings
5 minutesQ&A

Disclosures

Disclosures

Speakers - FinancialWes Chernin (he/him) of Hey Wes LLC will receive compensation from Bright Ideas Media (BIM) for this presentation. He will also receive compensation from BIM for his role as co-sponsor of the LGBTQ Inclusion Series.
Speakers - NonfinancialWes Chernin has no relevant nonfinancial relationship to disclose.
Course - ContentWes Chernin has no relevant content information to disclose.
Course - Financial Support & In KindThis course is being sponsored by SLP Toolkit and Hey Wes.

ASHA

ASHA

This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs, Introductory Level, Professional Area

To earn ASHA CEUs you must complete the courses by viewing them, provide course feedback, pass the exams with a score of 80 or more, provide your ASHA credentials, and confirm submission.

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LGBTQ Inclusive Practices 101
$20.00
In this introductory, hour-long course, participants will learn LGBTQ-inclusive practices applicable across various settings and gain the knowledge and tools needed to start implementing these practices with clients and in their workplaces. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.