As Canada's population becomes increasingly diverse, healthcare professionals must adapt to meet the unique needs of all individuals, particularly those in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Trans and gender-diverse patients often encounter barriers to care, including misgendering and a lack of respect for their identities, leading to feelings of marginalization and mistrust. This presentation will explore the critical role healthcare professionals play in creating a safe and affirming environment for 2SLGBTQIA+ patients. Participants will gain valuable insights into the experiences of these communities, practical strategies to deliver inclusive care, and actionable steps to become effective allies in fostering trust, respect, and equity in healthcare settings.
Featured Speaker:
Lee Turner
Lee Turner (they/them) is a queer and trans diversity specialist and is NL Health Services' HR Strategist for Diversity & Inclusion and Civility & Respect. They are the current Chair for the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Reconciliation (DEIR) Council at NL Health Services and spent the past two years acting as the lead for the Council's Sexual and Gender Diversity Employee Resource Group. They have over five years of experience researching equity, inclusivity, and access in healthcare systems and a lifetime of lived experiences as a queer individual. They are a strong supporter of health equity and safety for patients and employees alike and an advocate for intersectional approaches to diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation practices.
FEES:
CCHL Members: $5.00
Non-Members: $10.00
