February 2022: Our training program is being updated! Contact us to find out more.

Training

We offer industry leading training on trans and gender diverse and LGBTIQA+ inclusion and service provision, available online or in person.
Our training is available onsite across Victoria, with no extra fees for those organisations seeking training outside of Metro Melbourne/Naarm.

Our team have lived expertise and are experienced trainers who can equip your organisation, business, or service with the skills to better support the needs of trans and gender diverse and LGBTIQA+ people.

TRANS AWARENESS
WEEK TRAINING

Trans Awareness Week starts on Novermber 13th! Is your organisation ready?

This Trans Awareness Week make a difference at work. Get industry leading diversity training and equip your team with the skills and tools to support trans and gender diverse people.
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Upcoming Open Workshops

Our open workshops are available for anyone to join.
The next ones will be listed here.
In the meantime, book us for your organisation. More information can be found below.
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Workshops & Services

Introduction to Trans and Gender Diverse inclusion
2 Hour
25
An introduction to gender diversity, differentiating sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity and expression. We highlight the lived experience of trans and gender diverse people, as well as covering legislative obligations, and providing tips suggestions on working with trans people.
Introduction to LGBTIQA+ inclusion
3 Hours
25
This training covers differences between sexual orientation, gender identity and people with intersex variations, identifying discrimination LGBTIQA+ people can experience, and provides recommendations for working with LGBTIQA+ in your business or organisation.
Introduction to LGBTIQA+ with TGD deeper focus
3 Hours
Up to 25
The first half of this training provides an overview of LGBTIQA+ communities, issues and concerns and the second half delves into more detail about trans and gender diverse communities. We provide recommendations and tips for working with LGBTIQA+ and TGD clients, customers and staff.
LGBTI+ Inclusive Aged Care
2 Hours
Up to 25
LGBTI+ inclusive ageing and aged care training for all people involved in the aged care sector. This training promotes a better understanding of the needs of older LGBTI+ people. It provides staff with the confidence to deliver an inclusive, best practice service. Please see our Silver Rainbow page for more information about the program.
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Silver Rainbow Ageing
& Aged Care Training

A specially designed training and consultancy program to help hospitals, service providers, and aged care services, provide safe and inclusive care for older lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI+) people.
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Training Enquiries

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Our training is available online and onsite. We travel across Victoria to deliver in person training at no extra cost for regional organisations.

Training Team

Cole
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Trainer

Nicole is non-binary and queer, and has worked in the mental health field as a clinician and therapist for 15 years in Australia and the USA. They have worked with young people, adults and older adults in a variety of clinical, community and crisis response settings. Nicole is passionate about the crucial role of providing inclusive and gender affirming mental health and medical care. They joined TGV in 2022 and are excited to offer support to organisations to feel better equipped in providing care to the LGBTIQA+ community.

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Rudi
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Trainer

Rudi has been engaged as a dancer, choreographer, producer, production & stage manager, festival worker, photographer, writer, to name but a few. They love to support allies in their desire to learn, with the common goal of making work and social spaces more comfortable, accepting and enjoyable for everyone.

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