Workshop
Youth LGBTQ+ and Allyship Training Program
- Date:
- 20 & 27 Nov 2024 (Wed)
- Time:
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
- Venue:
- Dean of Students’ Office (Room 5022, Academic Building via Lift 2)
- Language:
- English
- Guest / Speaker:
- Professional Trainers, Mind HK
- Registration Quota:
- 35
- Program Fee:
- Free
- Certificate:
- Official Certificate will be received upon successful completion of both sessions of training
- Enquiry:
- Tel: 2358 6696 / E-mail: counsel@ust.hk
- Remarks:
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1. This training program is opened to students at age 25 or below.
2. This is a HMAW recognized event in the "Personal Enrichment & Community Service" category under the "Self-directed Experience" of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 3 hours, you must attend the series of workshop in full and miss no more than 10mins.
3. This is an identical workshop as Cantonese Sessions on Nov 11 & 18. HMAW1905 Course Hours of repeated participation will NOT be counted.
Youth LGBTQ+ and Allyship Training Program will be conducted at HKUST in collaboration with Mind HK and the HKUST Student Union Rainbow Bird, and supported by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Hong Kong. This program aims to equip you as mental health allies through literacy training and skill development in peer support for the LGBTQ+ community. It empowers participants to create a more inclusive and understanding environment at HKUST. The Training Program will cover the following key learning areas:
- Fundamental knowledge of mental health and common misconceptions
- Understanding risk factors and support for the LGBTQ+ community's mental health
- Training in emotional and peer support skills
- Practices for self-care and mental wellness
Youth LGBTQ+ and Allyship Training Program will be conducted at HKUST in collaboration with Mind HK and the HKUST Student Union Rainbow Bird, and supported by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Hong Kong. This program aims to equip you as mental health allies through literacy training and skill development in peer support for the LGBTQ+ community. It empowers participants to create a more inclusive and understanding environment at HKUST. The Training Program will cover the following key learning areas:
- Fundamental knowledge of mental health and common misconceptions
- Understanding risk factors and support for the LGBTQ+ community's mental health
- Training in emotional and peer support skills
- Practices for self-care and mental wellness