Lesson 4 : LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted Relationships Lesson 4 : LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted Created by Steve Clogstoun B.App.Sc (Phys Ed) / Dip.Ed

LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted What is LGBTIQA What are some of the issues to be discussed in relation to same sex attraction Effect on the person Attitudes of society What are your own personal views ( keep these private if you please ) Where can I go for help / Support networks Ads, Clips and Short stories

LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted What is LGBTIQA LGBTIQA stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer/Questioning and Allied. It is sometimes also abbreviated as LGBT or GLBT. The word "Queer" is also sometimes used to include all of these groups. Taken from http://student.uncw.edu/org/pride/FAQ/faq_lgbtiqa.htm

LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted Defintions The term homosexual is a clinical term that may be offensive when used as a noun to identify (1) people who experience same-sex attractions but don't identify themselves as gay as well as (2) people who embrace a gay identity. Anther common term is Lesbian : women attracted to women Taken from http://www.samesexattraction.org/what-same-sex-attraction.htm

LGBTIQA and Same sex attracted What are some of the issues to be discussed in relation to same sex attraction

Where can I go if I need help? Minus 18 Minus 18 is a Melbourne-based resource for same-sex-attracted teens who want advice and support, or just to have a sweet time and meet others like them. Their website includes information about coming out and homophobia. Wayout The Wayout Project works with communities in rural Victoria to raise awareness about homophobia and to provide an environment that is welcoming to same sex attracted young people. Gay and Lesbian Switchboard Confidential counselling service. Call (03) 9663 2939 (metropolitan areas) or 1800 184 527 (country Victoria). Counsellors are available Mon/Tue/Thur 6- 10pm, Wed 2-10pm, Fri/Sat/Sun 6-9pm. The Better Health Channel The Victorian Government's health website contains general information on health and wellbeing issues, including sexuality. The Victorian AIDS Council A support service for HIV-positive individuals and communities, the HIV vulnerable or at-risk communities, and the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities.