Inclusive Aging: Supporting LGBTIQ + Older Persons
18 September @ 08:00 – 8 October @ 08:00
As part of the National Strategy on Active Ageing 2023-2030, St Vincent de Paul (SVP) provides training to health care professionals including Charge Nurses, Medical Doctors, Head of Allied Healthcare Professionals and Nurses, to enable them to be culturally sensitive and knowledgeable of the history of discrimination and to the unique needs of older LGBTIQ individuals.
As part of the National Strategy on Active Ageing 2023-2030, St Vincent de Paul (SVP) – Malta’s largest geriatric hospital and long-term care facility – provides training to health care professionals including Charge Nurses, Medical Doctors, Head of Allied Healthcare Professionals and Nurses, to enable them to be culturally sensitive and knowledgeable of the history of discrimination and to the unique needs of LGBTIQ older persons.
To achieve this aim, SVP reached the Human Rights Directorate and the Institute for the Public Services to organise training on raising awareness about LGBTIQ+ older persons, aiming to challenge stereotypes, address their unique needs, and promote inclusive practices. The training is to cover key concepts and terminology related to LGBTIQ+ identities, explores common misconceptions, and discusses the barriers that LGBTIQ+ older persons face, emphasising the importance of supportive and respectful interactions. By the end of this training, participants develop an understanding of the specific challenges and needs of LGBTIQ+ older persons. They also learn to identify and address stereotypes, enhance their knowledge of LGBTIQ+ identities, and recognise barriers to good practice. Participants were introduced to the relevant legal and policy frameworks that protect LGBTIQ+ older persons and learn practical strategies to create a more inclusive environment, ultimately contributing to the well-being and dignity of older LGBTIQ+ individuals.
Since February 2025, a 2-hour face-to-face session is being delivered at the Training Centre of St Vincent de Paul. To date, 106 healthcare professionals attended this training.
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