Language is always changing. What was old can become new again and identity is wrapped in language. Beyond Cultural Competence lies Cultural Comprehension and Responsiveness. This is a professional skill that enables staff and organizations to better serve efficiently and comprehensively and learning this skill regarding LGBTQ+ consumers includes learning to support and engage.
Currently provided for free to anyone providing services to or residing in Hamilton County through the Community Catalyst grant in partnership with COPE. Contact Kristen Ludeker-Seibert if interested in setting up a training,
The LGBTQ+ Cultural Comprehension training includes Core Vocabulary, moving toward Cultural Comprehension and Responsiveness, and how to create inviting, affirming, and inclusive spaces.
To receive training in any of the topics provided by A Healthier Hamilton County: Systems of Care, start by contacting Kristen Ludeker-Seibert at . You and Kristen will discuss the best date, time, location, and/or format (in-person, virtual, or hybrid) for your organization to receive the training(s) you would like. Any cost to trainings are dependent upon multiple factors and will be discussed with you as well.
Competence training is surface. Think of it as “I am okay with you”. Comprehension training goes further. It pushes attendees to reflect on their automatic thoughts, learn new things, and think more deeply about culture. It moves the attendee to “I am okay with you and understand that your experience is unique.”
The LGBTQ+ Cultural Comprehension training includes Core Vocabulary, moving toward Cultural Comprehension and Responsiveness, and how to create inviting, affirming, and inclusive spaces.
We discuss that. The training covers vocabulary and terminology as well as the history and use of words about and within the LGBTQ+ community.
No. This training, along with others, was collaboratively created by members of Q+ Indiana with guidance from Indy Pride. Once completed, this was reviewed by members of the LGBTQ+ community for accuracy.
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