Online workshop for service providers on the unique challenges LGBT+ refugees face, and how to support them effectively and inclusively.

Event Overview:
Join us for a 1-hour online awareness-raising workshop designed for county-level agencies and service providers who work with refugees. This session will highlight the often overlooked needs and challenges of LGBT+ refugees – and offer practical guidance on how to create more inclusive and supportive environments.

Why This Matters:
While many agencies work hard to support refugee populations, the specific experiences and challenges faced by LGBT+ refugees frequently remain invisible. This invisibility can lead to gaps in care, unintentional exclusion, and missed opportunities for meaningful support.

What You’ll Learn:
– The unique barriers and risks LGBT+ refugees face during displacement and resettlement – from risks in their countries of origin to isolation, discrimination and lack of safety in accommodation systems here in Ireland.
– Why their needs are often invisible – and why visibility matters
– Concrete steps your agency can take to become more inclusive
– Ways to collaborate with organisations working directly with LGBT+ refugees
– Opportunities for future engagement, including in-person workshops and partnerships

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for staff in local authorities, county-level services, and refugee support organisations seeking to deepen their understanding and build more inclusive practices.

Eventbrite HERE