Journey to Josiah / A.C.C.E.S.S. training
Better equipped
to understand.
Better prepared to support.
A.C.C.E.S.S. is Journey to Josiah’s identity-affirming, trauma-informed framework for professionals, caregivers, educators, and service providers supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ youth impacted by foster care.
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A.C.C.E.S.S. Framework™
Put young people
at the center.
Created by David D. Marshall, the A.C.C.E.S.S. Framework™ equips professionals, caregivers, educators, and service providers with practical tools for supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ youth impacted by foster care.
This identity-affirming, trauma-informed framework has been introduced at the Morgan State University School of Social Work as part of Journey to Josiah’s work to strengthen culturally responsive and affirming practices.
Six essential areas
The foundation
of A.C.C.E.S.S.
Confidentiality & Consent
Communication
Environment & Safety
Supportive Practices
Systems Navigation
Who it’s for
For the people
young people count on.
Campus communities
Student affairs teams, social work programs, educators, and staff supporting students through transition.
Agencies & providers
State child welfare agencies, adoption and foster care organizations, and professionals responsible for youth support.
Community partners
Organizations seeking to strengthen understanding and create more affirming spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
Learning goals
Move from awareness
toward better practice.
Discuss your team’s priorities with David to shape the focus of your training conversation.
Understand the experience
Build awareness of identity, belonging, foster care, adoption, and transitions into adulthood.
Reflect on your environment
Examine how language, interactions, and institutional practices can affect a young person’s sense of inclusion.
Identify a next step
Connect your learning with questions and priorities your organization can take forward.
Planning your training
Start with
your team’s needs.
How do we request a training?
Use the inquiry form below to share your organization, audience, goals, and preferred timing. Your email app will open so you can review and send the request to David.
What should we share in our inquiry?
Include your audience’s roles, approximate group size, the issues you want to explore, your preferred dates, and whether you are considering an in-person or virtual session.
How are format, fees, and scheduling confirmed?
Discuss the appropriate format, scope, availability, and fees directly with David before scheduling. Sending an inquiry does not reserve a date.
Let’s start a conversation
Bring the conversation
to your organization.
Tell us who you serve, what you hope to explore, and the best way to reach you.
davidmarshall@journeytojosiah.org(410) 972-6446Interested in a partnership or sponsorship? Use our partnership & sponsorship inquiry form.