Training
LASS Training Spring 2011
New Training
Here is the new programme of training from LASS to run from March to May 2011. We have some interesting topics and contributors to these sessions.
To book, please fill in the form at the bottom of this post. To book multiple sessions, please fill in the form again for each course, or mention in the Comments section.
Wednesday 13th April 10-4
■HIV & Criminalisation – Discussion and fact sharing on the controversy surrounding the laws of criminal HIV transmission. This session will be of interest to anyone practicing law, in the police force or criminal justice system and anyone living with HIV.
Thursday 12th May 2-4.30
■HIV: The Basics – elementary information about HIV, transmission, risks, testing and medication. This will be of interest to anyone who currently has limited knowledge about HIV.
Monday 23rd May
HIV & Employment 2-4.30
HIV and Employees 6-8
■Myths and misconceptions of HIV and its transmission, an explanation of the employment law for employers of people Living with HIV and an overview of the rules of the DDA 2005 and what its like for an employee living with HIV.
May (Date to be advised)
■Spreading the HIV message to my community: This session will be led by members of African community groups who are actively promoting knowledge, will and power about HIV to their communities in different ways. They will share their approaches, experiences and feedback about the effect on their communities.
Thursday 2nd June 10-12.30
■HIV, Immigration & Asylum – with personal stories and information from IAS. This session will enable participants to gain an understanding of the complex laws of immigration and asylum and how it affects those living with HIV.
You may book training via our blog, or if you are unable to access this, please contact us directly on 0116 2559995 or training@lass.org.uk.
We also welcome enquiries for tailored sessions in your community or group.
Celia Fisher Tel: 0116 255 9995
Fax: 0116 255 9979
E-mail: training@lass.org.uk
