Introductory Knowledge For Reducing Barriers To Permanency For LGBTQ+ Youth In Systems Of Care

This FREE, virtual training is provided monthly for caregivers and professionals who serve LGBTQ+ youth

Did you know?

• At least 20 – 30% of children/youth in child welfare are LGBTQ+

• LGBTQ+ children/youth are 2x as likely to be placed in congregate care

Attendees will learn:

• Key concepts around sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression (SOGIE) and healthy childhood development milestones.
• To recognize and respond to barriers to permanency for LGBTQ+ children/youth.
• Their legal and professional responsibilities in regards to protecting the safety and well-being of LGBTQ+ children/youth.

Recurring, Monthly Zoom Offerings:

• Thursday, November 5th, 10am-1pm PT
• Monday, December 7th, 2pm-5pm PT
• Monday, January 4th, 10am-1pm PT
• Monday, February 1st, 2pm-5pm PT
• Monday, March 1st, 10am-1pm PT
• Monday, April 5th, 2pm-5pm PT
• Monday, May 3rd, 10am-1pm PT
• Monday, June 7th, 2pm-5pm PT

Space is limited and registration is required. Confirm your seat today!

Questions? Email [email protected]

Monthly SOGIE Office Hours

What to expect: Featuring subject-matter experts, these coaching and technical assistance sessions will support systems assessment, case-specific consultation, implementation planning, and local policy development for youth-serving professionals. Attendees will also have opportunities to receive individualized support and participate in facilitated peer networking fostering reflection, troubleshooting, and shared learning.

Eligibility: Open to professionals who have attended a RISE training, workshop, or train-the-trainer course led by a RISE instructor + OUT for Safe Schools®, OUT for Safe Spaces®, or National LGBTQ+ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence trainings and workshops.

When: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 12pm-1:30pm PT

Recurring, Monthly Zoom Offerings:  November 18th*, December 9th, January 13th, February 10th, March 10th, April 14th, May 12th, June 9th

Space is limited and registration is required. Confirm your seat today!

Questions? Email [email protected]

Get trained to deliver the RISE Foundational Training: Introductory Knowledge For Reducing Barriers To Permanency For LGBTQ+ Youth In Systems Of Care

Cost: Free. This training program is provided at no cost to California agencies working with youth in foster care and other systems.

When: Monday, February 1st – Friday, February 5th

Where: Hosted at the Los Angeles LGBT Center in Hollywood (exact location provided upon registration)

Who: Professionals working with youth in the foster care system including but not limited to training faculty, social workers, McKinney Vento Liaisons, probation officers, clinicians, case managers, educators, and administrative support staff. Agencies are encouraged to send 2-3 staff to develop sustainable capacity.

Eligibility: Additional sessions will be held throughout the state including the San Diego, Central Valley, and Superior regions. This session is focused on agencies in the Greater Los Angeles and Southern California communities of Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and Kern County.

Space is limited! Interested participants are encourage to submit their interest form by December 16th.

Learn more: TCI Overview

Want to attend? Complete the interest form: TCI Interest Form

Questions? Email: [email protected]