The Impact of Gender Inequality on System-Involved Youth and Transitional Age Youth

Nicole Klasey, Nancy Acosta

Training Description

Gender inequality shows up in many ways from pay inequality, opportunities one has, exposure to violence, objectification, discrimination, etc. It's important for providers, foster parents, and natural supports to understand how gender inequality shows up and how to help youth and young adults when they experience gender inequality.

Learning Objective

1. Participants will be able to explain the concept of gender inequality.

2. Participants will be able to describe one way gender inequality impacts system-involved youth and transitional age youth.