Communication

Use gender-neutral words such as “partner” and other inclusive terms to facilitate disclosure.

 

Quality Improvement Activity Ideas

Practice learning sessions

  • Create an ongoing practice team learning session.

  • Use one or more of these sessions to discuss learnings from the Victorian LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Language Guide. 

    NB This forum may be used for other QI activities in this toolkit

  • Ensure all staff have ongoing access to the language guide.

  • Consider further group training on inclusive language and practice delivered by the Department of Premier and Cabinet at equity@dpc.vic.gov.au

Resources / Training

Resource guide for inclusive language:

The Victoria LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Language Guide

If you want or need to understand more about LGBTIQ communities, we encourage you to seek further information and training on inclusive language and practice. For more resources, you can contact the Equality Branch in the Department of Premier and Cabinet at equality@dpc.vic.gov.au.