By Swazi Malinga
ProBono.Org identified the need to sensitise our staff on all aspects of sexual diversity and inclusivity. We engaged Enza, an accredited training provider specialising in gender diversity. The training was offered in three sessions spread over three months.
The programme aimed to sensitise legal practitioners who provide services to their LGBTI clients and focused specifically on the health and justice service needs of the LGBTI community, especially those targeted for hate crimes because of their sexual orientation or gender non-conformity. The intention was to stimulate dialogue by creating a space for shared learning and problem solving. Sensitising frontline legal workers improves access to treatment and care for vulnerable groups.
The training curriculum was made up of the following modules:
Module 1: Intersectionality
Module 2: Gender & Sexuality Sensitisation
Module 3: Understanding Health & Justice Needs
Module 4: Creating A Welcoming & Safe Environment
Module 5: Gender, Sexuality And The Law
Module 6: Understanding Hate Crimes
Module 7: Being Transgender
