Faith and Gender – Accompanying Young People Well – 1.30pm – 4.30pm
We are pleased to announce an important opportunity for CPD with Dr Julia Sadusky, an eminent clinical psychologist, speaker and Catholic. This three-hour CPD session, exploring some scientific, cultural and theological perspectives around faith and gender will take place at Hinsley Hall on Tuesday 14th April 2026. The course will be repeated in a morning and afternoon session.
Morning Session 9.30am – 12.30pm, arrivals from 9am
Afternoon Session 1.30pm – 4.30pm, arrivals from 1.15pm
The course is suitable for Education Leaders, Clergy, Lay Chaplains, RE & Catholic Life Leads and others who work with young people in a faith context
The course is free, but booking is essential. Please book via the Vicariate for Education website / CPD booking tab https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/education/cpd-2025/ or email Emma at education.admin@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
Biography
Dr. Julia Sadusky is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker and the owner of a private practice. Dr. Sadusky has been researching sexual and gender development for over a decade and specialises in trauma-informed care. She has also worked in youth ministry and now trains Catholic faith-based organisations around sexuality, gender, and Christian faith. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Ave Maria University and a doctorate in clinical psychology from Regent University. Dr. Sadusky is the author of several books, including “Emerging Gender Identities: Understanding the Diverse Experiences of Today’s Youth,” and “Start Talking to Your Kids About Sex: A Practical Guide for Catholics.”
Gender & Faith: Increasingly, many young people are navigating questions about gender and faith. They often struggle to bring these conversations into Catholic faith communities and assume questions about gender preclude them from a relationship with Christ. Many parents also wonder how to walk with their children, without compromising their convictions or their love for their child. In this talk, we will discuss ministry principles for accompanying young people at the intersection of questions of embodiment and spirituality.