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Location: Statewide

Training Type: Online Real Time

Total Hours: 2

Level: Intermediate

Cost: Free

Scholarship: No

Contact Information:

Joy Kitchell
(802) 753-0898
jkitchell@pcavt.org

Nurturing, Valuing, and Protecting LBGTQIA+ Youth Brendan Rooney

Special Topics: Afterschool , Advanced Specialized Care ,
Sponsor: Prevent Child Abuse Vermont
Instructor: Joy Kitchell, MEd, BS

Adults may have questions about ways to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual youth. This training, while examining what it means to be inclusive, also discusses current methods of prevention that youth-serving organizations and all adults who care can take. Participants will a) discuss ways to nurture the formation of gender identity b) examine why LGBTQIA+ youth may be at an increased risk of experiencing child sexual abuse, particularly homeless LGBTQIA+ youth c) learn primary prevention skills with LGBTQIA+ youth in mind. This training is for early childhood educators, after school professionals, and caregivers.

Core Knowledge Area
  • Child Development & Learning
  • Safety & Wellness
Focus
  • School-Age
Session Dates
Session Times
October 9, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Additional Information

Due to generous donors, this training is free for BFIS credits. If you have questions or needs, please contact Joy jkitchell@pcavt.org, 802-753-0898.