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Peer Health Educators Training

Join us for an informative training session aimed at raising awareness about the experiences of LGBT individuals. Presented by Brianna Serrano and Shamel Green from the LGBTA Student Resource Center, this workshop will explore key definitions, personal stories, and strategies for effective allyship. Discover campus resources available for supporting LGBT residents, and engage in discussions about fostering a more inclusive environment. Together, let's create a supportive climate for everyone at Penn State University.

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Peer Health Educators Training

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  1. Peer Health Educators Training Monday, October 15, 2012 Presenters: Brianna Serrano-Graduate Assistant Shamel Green-Straight Talks Intern LGBTA Student Resource Center Pennsylvania State University University Park Campus 101 Boucke Building 814-863-1248 LGBTA@psu.edu

  2. Objectives • To raise awareness of the experiences of people who are LGBT • To consider how we can support residents who are LGBT • To review the resources on campus for people who are LGBTA • Personal Stories & FAQ

  3. Important LGBTA Definitions • Definitions Handout • Questions regarding terminology?

  4. Genderbread Person

  5. What is an Ally? • How you can be an Ally!

  6. Resources-National • Parents & Families of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) • Nonprofit organization for families/friends supporting LGBT people • Community.pflag.org • Human Rights Campaign (HRC) • Civil rights organization for LGBT equality • Hrc.org • National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF) • Political grassroots to advocate for LGBT community • Thetaskforce.org • Gay Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) • Each person of school communities are respected and valued • Glsen.org • The Trevor Project • Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth • Thetrevorproject.org (866) 488-7386 • The Asexual Visibility & Education Network • http://www.asexuality.org/home/

  7. Resources-Local/Campus • Straight Talks Program • http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbta/straighttalks.shtml • LGBTA Speaker’s Bureau panel presentation for organizations, classes, and programs • LGBTA Student Resource Center (LGBTA SRC) • http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbta • Discussion Groups, volunteers/interns, Straight Talks, Support Network, Outreach • LGBT Support Network • http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/lgbta/network • Program to support positive climate for LGBT persons in PSU community. Resources available on ANGEL • Penn State Commission of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Equity • http://equity.psu.edu/clgbte • Commission to address issues faced by LGBT Penn State community • Affirmative Action Office/Diversity Education Center • Diversity Education and Discrimination Complaints • 328 Boucke Building, (814) 863-0471 • Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)-students • (814) 863-0395, 5th floor Student Health Center

  8. What Would You Do? • Split into groups of 5-10 people or large group • Questions to consider… • Who might you contact for support? • What resources would you offer the student? • What programs can you do to support LGBTA students or educate others? • What would you say and how would you support a student or a brother who comes out to you? • Support Network Participant (Time permitted) • Large group discussion

  9. What You Can Do • Be an Ally • Join the LGBT Support Network http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/index.cfm • Join the Commission on LGBT Equity • Educate yourself • Create a positive environment in your own classroom/office/unit • Be proactive in making changes-don’t wait until a problem arises • Know the individuals and resources on campus • Call someone knowledgeable if an incident occurs. Take action in a timely manner

  10. Handouts • How You Can Help LGBTA Students and Staff • Strategies for Being An Effective Ally • Promoting a Supportive Environment • Support Network http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/index.cfm

  11. Mini Straight Talk • Ground Rules: • Take Stories, not Faces • Not professionals • Can Refuse Questions • Question and Answer

  12. Closing & Evaluations Questions? Please fill out and return evaluations! LGBTA SRC lgbta@psu.edu 101 Boucke Building

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