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LGB Awareness Course

A practical course exploring terminology, discrimination, legal protections and inclusive practice for supporting lesbian, gay and bisexual staff.

LGB Awareness Course Training Course

LGB Awareness Course

This course provides a clear, practical introduction to the issues affecting lesbian, gay and bisexual people in the workplace. Delegates explore terminology, discrimination, legal protections and the everyday experiences of LGB staff, gaining confidence in recognising inappropriate behaviour and promoting inclusive practice. The session focuses on real‑world scenarios, good practice examples and practical strategies for supporting LGB colleagues and communities. By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to challenge bias, improve communication and contribute to a fairer, more respectful working environment.

In‑House vs Open Courses

In‑house courses are private sessions delivered exclusively for a group of people from your organisation, on a date that suits you, with the option to tailor the content to your staff and setting.

Open courses are public Equality and Diversity UK training dates that anyone can book onto, ideal when you only need training for one or two people.

Looking for an open training course?


Aims of the Course

  • Introduce terminology, issues and discrimination faced by LGB people.
  • Enable good practice when working with and engaging LGB communities.
  • Support insight into dealing with homophobia and heterosexism.

Course Objectives

  • Provide examples of good practice in working with LGB people.
  • Explore homophobia, heterosexism and internalised homophobia, with advice to combat them.
  • Offer practical guidance on improving service provision to LGB people and communities.
  • Provide strategies for addressing discriminatory behaviours and attitudes.

Course Outline

  • Introduction
  • Defining LGB (Sexual Orientation)
  • Appropriate and inappropriate language, behaviours and actions
  • Challenging homophobic language, behaviours and actions
  • Understanding the needs of LGB individuals
  • Respecting LGB individuals and their needs
  • Equality legislation
  • Strategies for embedding good LGB policies, processes and practices

Benefits of Attending

The course introduces the Equality Act 2010 and explains the Sexual Orientation protected characteristic, helping participants understand how to avoid discrimination through language, behaviour, attitudes and unconscious bias.

Delegates explore good LGB processes, practices and policies, gaining practical insight into promoting a fairer, more accepting and more diverse working environment.


Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for individuals at all levels, including employers, managers, supervisors, full‑time and part‑time workers, and frontline/support staff. Everyone in the workplace has a responsibility to promote equality, tackle discrimination and foster positive relationships between diverse groups.


How Is the Course Structured?

The course is delivered as a one‑day workshop using a mixture of methods, including group exercises, discussions and practical activities. Training is interactive, engaging and designed to build confidence and understanding.


Course Structure and Cost

All our courses are tailored to ensure the training reflects your organisation’s goals and priorities.

Delivery Options

The course can be delivered face to face or online, via Zoom or Teams.

Delegate Numbers
  • Online sessions: maximum of 15 delegates
  • Face‑to‑face sessions: recommended maximum of 20 delegates

Course Fees

  • £595 for a half‑day session
  • £895 for a full‑day session
  • Two half‑day sessions delivered on the same day are charged at the full‑day rate

Please note: the half‑day rate is not always available for face‑to‑face sessions.

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