The program of Galop’s LGBT+ domestic abuse specialist training is based on our knowledge and expertise developed over decades of supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) survivors of domestic abuse and other forms of identity and gender based violence.

Half a day training session (3 hours including breaks) aims to increase confidence of service providers to deliver competent and effective support to LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse. The training will deepen participants' knowledge and understanding of:

• The scope and nature of domestic abuse as experienced by LGBT+ people
• Barriers in access to services faced by LGBT+ survivors
• Approaches services can adopt to deliver LGBT+ affirmative support
• Useful resources and support