Youth who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex, or Two-Spirited (LGBTQI2-S) are more likely to experience family conflict, abuse, and mental health problems than their heterosexual peers. Because of discrimination and stigma, LGBTQI2-S youth who are homeless are often careful to protect their sexual identities from service providers. In this feature, you will find information about LGBTQI2-S youth along with tips for working with them. Research notes are presented about the important differences among youth who are homeless and identify as heterosexual, bisexual, and gay and lesbian.
Achieving Recovery-Oriented Services for People Experiencing Homelessness
During this webcast, HRC will explore the notion of recovery-oriented services for people experiencing homelessness. We will present an overview of a recovery-oriented framework; identify benefits and challenges; and discuss promising strategies for implementation.
About the trainer: Cheryl Gagne is a Senior Training Associate at Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation. Her areas of interest include recovery and empowerment for people experiencing psychiatric disabilities.
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