Care Considerations for LGBTQ+ Youth: Mental health, Homelessness and Unique Challenges

Credits Available: AMA,AAPA,ANCC,NASW,ACPE UAN #(Universal Activity Number - JA4008162-9999-20-2410-H04-P)
Activity Release Date: September 1, 2020 Expiration Date: September 1, 2021

This module dives into various aspects surrounding and perpetuating LGBTQ youth homelessness, including the intersectionality of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, family, and age.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the scope of LGBTQ+ young people experiencing homelessness
  • Discuss the role of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, family, and age
  • Identify three (3) concrete service skills when working with LGBT youth
  • Develop LGBT cultural empathy and cultural competence

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