Domestic violence among LGBTQ+ populations: Better understanding for better intervention
Several studies show that domestic violence affects lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and other sexually diverse and gender-diverse (LGBTQ+) populations just as much, if not more. While some manifestations of this violence are common to those reported by heterosexual populations, others are specific to LGBTQ+ populations, and the societal issues they face contribute to making their realities invisible. When they do seek help, people affected by domestic violence don’t necessarily do so for this reason, nor do they disclose their LGBTQ+ status. It is important to be aware of this issue, regardless of one’s field of practice, in order to develop an understanding of domestic violence among LGBTQ+ populations, with a view to continuously improving practices with this clientele.
One-day, in-person training sessions, from 9am to 4pm EST, are being offered in Montreal and Quebec City on the following dates:
November 13, 2023 (Quebec City)
December 6, 2023 (Montreal)
January 23, 2024 (Montreal)
It’s completely FREE, and includes a complimentary lunch.
No prerequisites are required.
This training is aimed at anyone working in psychosocial intervention.
This training was developed as part of a research project funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada, directed by Valérie Roy (Université Laval) and in collaboration with four community practice settings: the Centre de Solidarité Lesbienne, the Conseil Québécois LGBT, Divergenres and RÉZO.
If you have any questions, please contact vialgbtq2@ulaval.ca
For more information and to register, please click here.