Guide to setting up a new SSAT Group

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This useful document provides a framework of issues to consider in the process of establishing a social support group program for same sex attracted young people (SSAY). It provides guidelines, which are sometimes posed as questions, regarding service delivery and service development.
This resource was produced a few years ago by what was formally known as the Eastern Region Gay and Lesbian Youth Project.
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Sexual Diversity Presentation - Family Planning Victoria
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Attached is a copy of the presentation used by Family Planning Victora in their work with schools and other groups. This was presented at the Rainbow Network Professional Development event on Sept 30th 2009.
Anyone who wishes to use this presentation must credit Family Planning Victoria. For more information please contact Mark by email on mcamilleri@FPV.ORG.AU.
Please note: some of the original pictures have been deleted to reduce the file size for sharing.
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Feedback from SSAT Holiday Events in September
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In the attached file you will find feedback and evaluation from the 60+ young people who attended the joint Rainbow Network holiday events in September.
For more info contact Kate on email: Kate.Arnott@knox.vic.gov.au
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Pride and Prejudice Professional Development

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Pride & Prejudice is an educational package developed in response to communities who see the well-being of all students as an overwhelming priority. The experience of teachers and workers is that schools are concerned with sexual diversity and homophobia, yet feel it falls outside of their skill base and experience. Teachers and workers typically respond that they would readily address these issues, however lack adequate training and preparation to challenge and support students dealing with these issues.
Please find attached information about the program and how you can arrange for the incorporation of the program in your schools.
For more information:
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www.prideandprejudice.com.au
Contact Daniel Whitthaus: daniel@prideandprejudice.com.au
LGBT young people in Out-of-Home-Care

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A report written by the Child Welfare League of America outlining best practice guidelines for LGBT young people living in out-of-home-care settings.
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