"You're trying to minimize their trauma and help them understand the trauma they've already incurred and then resilient strategies for it. By acknowledging that trauma and using active listening and creating a space for them, you create that space for them to work through that trauma."
- Dr. Ellen Belluomi, MSW, UMass Global Associate Professor of Social Work
Today’s topic is trauma-informed care strategies to support LGBTQIA+ populations and creating safe spaces.
According to the Human Rights Campaign, more than 20% of hate crimes reported in 2023 were motivated by hate against the LGBTQ community, and over 669 anti-trans bills have been introduced at the state and federal levels. To deliver high-quality care, it’s essential to recognize the systemic stressors that affect LGBTQIA+ individuals and the services they receive. Obtain the knowledge and tools needed to create a trauma-informed, inclusive LGBTQ safe space, understand the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ populations and the importance of safety and inclusivity, and learn how to apply trauma-informed practices that foster resilience and empowerment.
In this webinar you will:
Our expert today is Dr. Ellen Belluomi, Associate Professor of Social Work at University of Massachusetts Global. Dr. Belluomi has more than 35 years of experience in social work, with significant contributions in technology integration, homelessness, substance abuse, trauma, military culture, mental health, sexuality, LGBTQIA, and family dynamics. Dr. Belluomini's expertise extends beyond the classroom; she is a recognized national and international speaker and writer, addressing the evolving landscape of social work. Her engagements focus on ethics, technology integration in practice, and effective communication. As a writer, she contributed to the New Social Worker magazine and maintains the influential blog “Bridging the Digital Divide in Social Work Practice,” where she explores the intersection of technology and the future of social work, advocating for progressive strategies in education and practice. Dr. Belluomini's work is a testament to her visionary approach and unwavering dedication to the future of social work.
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**This webinar is eligible for 1 Continuing Education (CE) Credit for recertification by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). To earn 1 CE credit, participants must be a California residents and attend the free webinar or watch the recording. Participants must register and successfully complete a multiple-choice assessment and evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. UMass Global is recognized by the (BBS) California Board of Behavioral Sciences to provide continuing education credit per BPC Section 1887.4.3. (Assessment: https://forms.gle/9HYWiWaG7Cw7GRdXA) **
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