*Participants will be e-mailed a link to join the web session approximately 2-3 days prior to the training.*
Due to social determinants of health and economic and other
structural disparities, Black and Brown's individuals utilize healthcare and
social services at higher rates yet show worse overall outcomes. Likewise,
LGBTQ people frequently face poorer health outcomes due to discrimination, lack
of access to competent providers, and well-justified medical mistrust. Those who
live at the crossroads of these identities are particularly vulnerable to
needing healthcare treatment and are far less likely to access it.
The seminar will explore the unique demographics of LGBTQ
communities of color, the colonial legacy of gender and how it impacts Black
and indigenous residents, barriers to seeking and receiving services, and best
practices for bridging gaps in access and care. Join social worker Randall
Leonard to explore evidence-based techniques to reach, connect, and serve this
large and diverse group of clients in a variety of health care settings.