Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................2
What are conversion practices?.................................................................................................... 2
Examples of conversion practices................................................................................................. 2
What conversion practices are not................................................................................................ 2
Where conversion practices happen............................................................................................. 2
Conversion Practices Prohibition Legislation Act 2022.....................................................3
How can a survivor report a conversion practice?.......................................................................... 3
Civil pathway............................................................................................................................... 3
Criminal Pathway......................................................................................................................... 3
Health and Disability Commission................................................................................................ 3
Conversion Practices and Human Rights.........................................................................4
Takatāpui and a Tiriti-led inclusive society......................................................................4
Role of medical healthcare professionals in recovery........................................................5
Disclosures of conversion practices.............................................................................................. 5
Talking about what happened....................................................................................................... 5
Referral to mental health support................................................................................................. 5
Conversion practices in healthcare settings.....................................................................6
Gender-affirming healthcare..........................................................................................7
Young people, gender-affirming care, and informed consent......................................................... 7
Timeliness is vital for gender-affirming healthcare for young people.............................................. 8
Next steps as a medical healthcare professional?.............................................................8
Know the process........................................................................................................................ 8
Reflect on your practice space...................................................................................................... 8
Educate yourself.......................................................................................................................... 8
Share your knowledge.................................................................................................................. 8
Frequently asked questions...........................................................................................9
Glossary..................................................................................................................... 10
More information, resources and support....................................................................... 11
References................................................................................................................. 12
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Conversion Practices Guidance for medical healthcare professionals