Event Registration

Supporting LGBTQ+ Students: LIVE 60 minutes

20 places available

Start:  Thursday 11 May 2023 - 4.00pm

Finish: Thursday 11 May 2023 - 5.00pm

Login at least 20 minutes prior to start time.

Location : TLN online learning space

About the course

The SSTUWA, in partnership with TLN in Melbourne, are pleased to offer this online learning opportunity.

School staff play an important role in creating a space that allows acceptance of the diversity of students. It is a requirement to ensure that all students are protected whilst in our care. 

This course is designed to provide and understanding about sexual and gender diversity to ensure that all staff are equipped with the necessary knowledge to provide a safe an inclusive learning environment. 

This will be a general information session that covers the effects of language on sexual and gender diversity. 

There will be a focus on practical strategies school staff can use to support LGBTIQ+ students in schools and how all school staff can promote a culture of acceptance.

Delivery method: Live online event

The event will be one hour in duration and consist of live delivery of content at the specified time by a presenter and a host. You will also have an opportunity to interact with other participants and engage with the presenter online. Completing this course will contribute to one hour of professional learning and a certificate will be provided at the end of the session.

About the hosts

Teacher Learning Network (TLN)

TLN is a Melbourne based, not-for-profit professional development provider supported by the Australian Education Union Victoria Branch and the Independent Education Union Victoria/Tasmania Branch. SSTUWA will be your major source of communication before the online event. Prior to the live event, SSTUWA will email you detailed instructions about how to access the online training space. TLN will then provide immediate telephone support just before the event begins on the day, and during the training if required.

Costs

$ 50 : Members
$ 100 : Non-Members

Facilitator

Michelle Jeffries

Nominated Audience

Primary, Secondary and TAFE

Online requirements

Stable internet connection

Laptop/desktop computer

Earphones or headphones (optional)

Professional Standards for Teachers in Western Australia

This training relates to the following standards :

Standard 4 – Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
Standard 6 – Engage in professional learning
Standard 7 – Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community