Wednesday 27 February 2008 at The Courtyard Centre for the Arts, Hereford. One day conference to address issues for young people who are themselves Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Trans or who have friends or family who are and living in rural places. As part of Herefordshire's 'Out in the Sticks' festival to celebrate LGBT History Month in February 2008, this conference will look at the issues for young people living in rural places.
The aims of the day are:
To explore and raise awareness of the differences between rural and urban areas for LGBT people
To provide an opportunity to hear first hand how young people feel about being LGBT in a rural county
To identify and share best practice and solutions to help us all move forward
The conference is aimed at those working with young people for example: · Teachers, Social Workers, Health professionals, Foster Carers, Diversity officers, Justice professionals, Youth Workers.
Author and actor Stella Duffy will be facilitating the day. Speakers include members of Stonewall and West Mercia Constabulary, Professor Stephen Whittle OBE, along with young people sharing their experiences. The day is an excellent networking opportunity. Delegate fees are £75 + VAT for individuals and organisations from Herefordshire and people and £90 + VAT for those out of county. Should you wish to discuss the conference in more detail or request a booking form please email
diversity@herefordshire.gov.uk or call Lynsey Radmore on 01432 260244.
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