Sexual orientation and gender identity: an administrative approach to diversity

Child Welfare. 2002 Nov-Dec;81(6):913-28.

Abstract

Research indicates that gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (GLBTQ) teens in the care of a northeastern child welfare department do not receive adequate services due to the workers' homophobic attitudes. These teens are at high risk for alcohol and drug abuse, homelessness, prostitution, and suicide. A training module was developed for administrators. Pretest and posttest instruments measured their education and support of GLBTQ issues before and after the training.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adolescent Health Services / standards*
  • Attitude of Health Personnel
  • Child
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Female
  • Gender Identity*
  • Health Services Needs and Demand
  • Humans
  • Inservice Training
  • Male
  • New England
  • Prejudice
  • Public Health Administration / standards*
  • Sexual Behavior*
  • Social Support
  • Social Work / education*
  • Social Work / standards*