Working with Transgender people

There are a series of workshops coming up in the Northern territory delivered by Samuel Lurie that will be very informative for many workers. If you dont know much about the transgender experience then these might be for you. The first of the workshops is explained below. If you want more information for these email info@ntahc.org.au

Demystifying the Transgender Experience:
A Full-Day Interactive Workshop for Mental Health and Social Service Providers, Community Members and Allies

As the visibility and activism of transgender and gender-variant people has grown, providers are seeking ways to increase their understanding of the
diversity of transgender experiences. This workshop will provide basic information and present strategies, standards of care, best practices, and resources for incorporating appropriate and effective support to your transgender and gender diverse clients. Our presenter is a member of the transgender community as well as a seasoned trainer who offers a dynamic, engaging and powerful training experience.

Learning Objectives
At the end of the workshop, participants will:
Understand basic terminology, language and concepts of gender variant experiences including gender transition process and the role of mental health and social service providers.
Distinguish between biological sex, gender identity and sexual orientation and ways in which care for transgender populations specifically differs from care for gay, lesbian, and bisexual communities.
Identify current standards of care and approaches to supporting transgender clients and members of the client’s support system.
Be able to incorporate a basic knowledge of gender identity into their current professional work, including resources for supervision and educational materials.


Samuel Lurie is recognized as an expert in transgender health in North America and is visiting Australia for an intensive skills-sharing training series. Samuel is the director of Transgender Training and Advocacy (www.tgtrain.org) and has trained over 26,000 health care providers at community agencies, health centers and hospitals. Samuel is a member of the transgender community and has been active in community health for over 20 years, focusing on HIV/AIDS activism, harm reduction, and empowerment in marginalized communities. He is a member of the Primary Care Committee of the World Professional Association on Transgender Health (WPATH) and has served on numerous advisory panels regarding transgender people, HIV and access to care. He also maintains a private practice in Body-Mind Health.

Catering will be supplied.

Places are limited. NTAHC will advise successfuls asap. You must organize your own accommodation and travel. Payment will be by Bank Transfer.
WHEN: DARWIN-MON 22 AUG; ALICE SPRINGS TUES 30 AUG
TIME: 8.30am-4.30pm
WHERE:
DARWIN- Stokes Hill Wharf Precint Function Centre
ALICE SPRINGS- Chifley Resort on Scott Terrance
COST: $100 (neg. please let us know if the cost is an issue for you)