All those interested in practice development in health, education and social care are welcome at this free learning together event hosted by FREDA: Forum for Race Equality and Diversity Awareness.

This exciting event will bring together a wide-range of professionals from across the city to discuss LGBT+ intersectionalities and 'proving your identity' through a series of interactive group discussions with input on a range of topics. Topics covered will include trans healthcare experiences, human rights for aging LGBT+ people, the rights of LGBT+ asylum seekers and the impact of LGBT+ intersectionalities on professional practice. 

Schedule

9:45-10:00 Registration & Refreshments

10:00-10:10 Welcome & Introduction

10:10-10:35 LGBT Histories in Plymouth (Dr Alan Butler, University of Plymouth History Department)

10:35-11:00 Impact on practice and Intersectionality (Lawrence Badman, Livewell South West)

11:00-11:15 Break

11:15-11:30 How do you prove who you are? (Sharon Soper, FREDA)

11:30-12:00 Proof of Identity: the legal context (Rosie Brennan, Plymouth Law Clinic)

12:00-12:45 Q&A with LGBT+ asylum seekers and refugees

13:00-13:45 Lunch

13:45-14:00 Reflections so far (FREDA Team)

14:00-15:00 Trans issues in healthcare

15:00-15:45 Protecting the Human rights of older LGBT+ people (Tish Elliott, FREDA)

15:45-16:00 Final reflections and collection of CPD certificates

Lunch and CPD certificates will be provided for all delegates; places are extremely limited so book your free place now to avoid disappointment.