Training
Youth LGBTQ+ and Allyship Training Program
Fall 2024
The training program was offered in both Cantonese and English, consisting of two sessions in each language series. The English series was led by Ms Odile Thiang, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Lead Clinical Advisor for the Anti-Stigma Project at MindHK, while the Cantonese series was led by Mr Alvin Cheung, a registered social worker with expertise in mental health and LGBTQ+ services.
The first part of the series focused on literacy-based education, covering the foundational knowledge of mental health, destigmatizing mental health issues, and raising awareness around youth mental health, including the specific risks faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. The second part provided practical skills training through real case studies, group discussions, and role-playing exercises to equip youth participants with the emotional support skills necessary to assist their peers effectively as mental health allies. Upon completion, participants received a certificate to recognize their efforts in the training program.
Overall, the workshop offered a valuable platform for participants to deepen their understanding of LGBTQ+ mental health issues, become more effective allies, and foster a more inclusive and affirming society.
The first part of the series focused on literacy-based education, covering the foundational knowledge of mental health, destigmatizing mental health issues, and raising awareness around youth mental health, including the specific risks faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. The second part provided practical skills training through real case studies, group discussions, and role-playing exercises to equip youth participants with the emotional support skills necessary to assist their peers effectively as mental health allies. Upon completion, participants received a certificate to recognize their efforts in the training program.
Overall, the workshop offered a valuable platform for participants to deepen their understanding of LGBTQ+ mental health issues, become more effective allies, and foster a more inclusive and affirming society.