This 3.5 hour course is for workers and volunteers from all sectors who want to understand the impact of domestic violence and abuse on people in same sex relationships, and be able to support them safely and effectively.

Learning outcomes

• Understand the types of domestic abuse in same sex relationships and its impact

• Recognise additional barriers and complexities that workers need to consider when working with people in same sex relationships

• Gain awareness of additional considerations needed when supporting people in same sex relationships
• Develop skills in signposting and using appropriate referral pathways

Prerequisites None. Please note we encourage all professionals to attend our flagship session, Understanding and Responding to Domestic Violence and Abuse.

Please be aware that this session will contain some reference to types of domestic abuse. It is recommended that the session is attended in a quiet and confidential space. If you are impacted by the content of the session, you will be provided with points of contact as part of your follow on resources, and reference will be made to support options in the session.

Information on support is also available on Equation’s Website: Get Help | Equation

Cancellation

Please note failure to attend the course without prior cancellation may result in a charge for your place. If you do wish to cancel, you can do so through your Eventbrite confirmation or by getting in touch with our team at training@equation.org.uk.

Funded by

This course has been funded by Nottinghamshire County Commissioners.

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