Five things you can do to be a safer adult for LGBTIQA+ young people
A short guide for anyone working with young people, with five practical actions to take to create safe, inclusive environments for LGBTIQA+ young people who may have experienced sexual violence.
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How this resource can help
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Learn practical ways to build safer and more inclusive environments for LGBTIQA+ young people and demonstrate support
Reflect on how children and young people may experience your service or organisation
Strengthen responses to disclosures and help-seeking
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Five things you can do today that make you a safer adult for LGBTIQA+ young people
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This short resource has a companion interactive learning tool.
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Last reviewed by Together We Can: 02 November 2026
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