Training

GIPSIL’s training programmes turn experience into impact. Drawing from decades of frontline work in Leeds, our courses provide practical skills and knowledge to help your team support young people, families, and vulnerable individuals effectively. Invest in training that strengthens your organisation and creates lasting change in the community.

What we offer

Supporting Autistic Clients
Domestic Violence
Supporting ADHD clients
Positive Masculinity
Mediation Skills
Cuckooing Awareness
Cultural Humility
Emotional support

Who we are

Invest in training that makes a difference — for your organisation and the community.

At GIPSIL, we draw from over 30 years of first-hand experience supporting young people, families, and vulnerable individuals across Leeds. Our training programmes are designed to share this knowledge, equipping your team with practical skills and insights that drive meaningful change.

Why Choose GIPSIL Training?

1.

Community-Driven
Expertise
Our trainers are not just educators; they’re practitioners. Every session is informed by real-world experience, offering your team actionable insights and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those we support.

2.

Ethical
Investment
When you choose GIPSIL training, you’re not just improving your organisation — you’re helping us continue our vital work in the community. All proceeds from our training programmes go directly back into funding our support services.

3.

Tailored to
Your Needs
We work with organisations of all sizes, adapting our sessions to meet your specific objectives. Whether you’re a corporate team, a charity, or a public service provider, we’ll deliver training that’s relevant and impactful.

Make a Difference Today

By choosing GIPSIL training, you’re investing in more than just professional development you’re helping us empower young people and families, create safer communities, and build a brighter future for all.

GIPSIL,
The Old Firestation,
Gipton Approach,
Gipton,
LS9 6NL

07391 416004

training@gipsil.org.uk

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Supporting Autistic Clients

What You’ll Learn:

• A deeper insight into the key traits of Autism and the impact on everyday life.
• Increase awareness of the language and terminology surrounding neurodivergence.
• Understand how Autism presents differently in women and girls.
• Increase awareness of themes that might be present in support sessions.
• How to adapt therapeutic practices to be more inclusive for Autistic Clients.


Ideal for: Counsellors/Therapists/Social workers/SEND support staff and other frontline workers

Domestic Violence Awareness Training

This course provides an in-depth understanding of domestic violence, including how to recognise the signs, understand the impact on individuals and families, and support victims sensitively. You’ll also learn about referral pathways and how to connect victims with appropriate resources. Ideal for professionals working in housing, social care, or support services.

Supporting ADHD Clients

What You’ll Learn:
• A deeper insight into the key traits of ADHD and the impact on everyday life.
• Increase awareness of the language and terminology surrounding neurodivergence.
• Understand how ADHD presents differently in women and girls.
• Increase awareness of themes that might be present in support sessions.
• How to adapt therapeutic practices to be more inclusive for ADHD Clients.
 
Ideal for: Counsellors/Therapists/Social workers/SEND support staff and other frontline workers.

Positive Masculinity Training

This course encourages healthy discussions around masculinity, challenging harmful stereotypes and promoting positive, equitable behaviours. Learn how to support boys and men in developing emotional resilience and fostering relationships based on respect and equality. Great for community leaders, educators, and advocates for gender equality.

Mediation Skills Training

Equip yourself with essential mediation skills to effectively resolve disputes and foster positive outcomes. This course covers conflict resolution techniques, communication strategies, and how to mediate challenging conversations with empathy and professionalism. Ideal for those in leadership, community work, or support roles.

Cuckooing Awareness Training

Understand the growing issue of cuckooing, where vulnerable individuals are exploited in their homes. This course covers how to identify signs of cuckooing, strategies for intervention, and how to work with law enforcement and support services to protect victims. Essential for housing, social care, and community workers.

Cultural Humility Training

This course helps you build the skills needed to approach cross-cultural interactions with respect, awareness, and a commitment to continuous learning. It focuses on understanding cultural differences, challenging unconscious biases, and fostering inclusive environments. Essential for anyone working with diverse communities or teams.

Emotional Support Training

Learn to provide meaningful emotional support to individuals facing mental health challenges, life crises, or stress. This course covers active listening, empathy, and understanding emotional well-being, alongside practical techniques for offering assistance while maintaining professional boundaries.

Parent Mediation

Parent Mediation helps separating or divorcing couples resolve disputes about children without costly legal battles. Mediators support constructive discussions to reach agreements in the children’s best interests.


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Criteria: 

Open to all parents and carers.
Priority for specific postcodes in deprived wards.
Access: Self-referral.
Email: Nicola.French@GIPSIL.org.uk

Family Mediation

Our Family Mediation service provides a safe space for young people and their and their Parent/carer to reduce conflict and improve communication. Sessions focus on preventing family breakdown and creating positive changes through a solution-focused approach.

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Criteria:
Young people aged 11 to 18 years.
Living in Leeds or attending an educational provision in Leeds.
Access: Self-referral.
Email: CHP@gipsil.org.uk or Nicola.French@GIPSIL.org.uk