Serving Transgender Survivors of Sexual and Domestic Violence Webinar

This fast-paced training encourages participants to expand their transgender vocabulary and conceptual framework(s), specifically in how they apply to transgender and non-binary survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Viewers will increase their ability to fluidly and respectfully interact with and serve trans survivors and loved ones. Topics include prevalence rates, barriers to accessing services, and unique issues facing both trans survivors and service providers. Specific attention is focused on the complex needs surrounding shelter, as well as the challenges and opportunities of rural service delivery with trans survivors. Viewers will gain a deeper conceptual understanding of the challenges trans survivors face; how providers and systems can work to lower barriers to service and improve effective services to trans survivors and loved ones.

Objectives:

1. Expand transgender vocabulary and conceptual framework.

2. Deepen understanding of prevalence rates and barriers to accessing care for transgender survivors.

3. List at least three ways of improving service delivery to transgender survivors.