PRIDES Learning Series: Learning From LGBTQ+ Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Support Gender and Sexual Expression
January 17 @ 10:00 am
PRIDES Learning Series Session 2:
Learning From LGBTQ+ Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Support Gender and Sexual Expression
We interviewed 23 LGBTQ+ adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities from across the US. Our research team included LGBTQ+ researchers with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities with many years of personal and professional experience. In this presentation, we will share what we have learned about how LGBTQ+ adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities want to be treated and supported so they can express who they are. We will share free accessible online resources for supporting gender and sexual expression.
With Presenters: Pauline Bosman & Oscar Hughes
Pauline Bosma
Pauline Bosma is the founder and coordinator of the Rainbow Support Groups of MA for LGBTQ+ people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She writes and teaches about the LGBTQ+ disability community and helps people with disabilities learn to recognize, respond to, and report abuse.
Dr. Oscar Hughes
Dr. Oscar Hughes conducts research about gender, sexuality, and disability. He is currently a postdoc at UMass Boston studying neurodiversity-affirming practices to support autistic students. He also teaches educators and leads training on sexuality and disability.