On this page you will find a collection of webinars that can support trauma-informed practice and programs and encourage organisational trauma-informed culture.
The impact of complex trauma on infants and children’s wellbeing is profound and multifaceted, affecting their physical, emotional, and psychological development. Complex trauma, which includes prolonged or repeated exposure to traumatic events such as abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, can disrupt a child’s sense of safety and attachment. This can lead to developmental delays, difficulties in forming healthy relationships, and issues with emotional regulation. Early intervention and trauma-informed care are crucial in mitigating these effects and promoting resilience in children and infants1.
This Emerging Minds webinar discusses the evidence behind the prevalence and effects of complex trauma on early child development and wellbeing.
This Mental Health Professionals Network webinar explores the connection between trauma and physical health, offering insights on applying trauma-informed care to address physical manifestations of emotional distress.
This Berry Street’s Take Two webinar highlights trauma-informed principles for infants and young children, through an exploration of a case study.
This Australian Insitute of Family Studies (AIFS) and Emerging Minds webinar delves into understanding complex trauma in children, recognising its effects in practice, and engaging in early intervention discussions with parents and caregivers.
This Emerging Minds webinar discusses the effects of trauma on children’s mental health, featuring practical examples for engagement by general practitioners.
This AIFS webinar highlights how childhood adversity impacts children’s development, particularly in executive functioning, social reward, emotional regulation, and threat perception, informing psychologists, social workers, and therapists.
Children and young people in out-of-home care often experience complex relational trauma. They tend to have better life outcomes when care providers work in a trauma-informed way, which involves being present for them physically, psychologically, and emotionally2.
This webinar discussed an initiative to improve care experiences, outcomes, and staff satisfaction, focusing on investment decisions, outcome measurement, trauma reduction, relational improvements, and holistic impacts.
This webinar tackles translating policy on children’s participation rights into practice, proposing an adaptive model for ethical participation aligned with available resources.
This webinar spotlighted the trauma-informed Lighthouse Model of Care, empowering key figures in young people’s lives through meaningful relationships and supportive systems.
Children who endure traumatic events often develop self-blame and shame, especially if the perpetrator was trusted, leading to lifelong negative mental health effects. Fear of disbelief and negative responses hinders abuse disclosure. Practitioners play a crucial role in early intervention by fostering supportive environments that encourage disclosure, challenge shame, and help children understand power dynamics, aiding their recovery from trauma3.
This webinar addresses how practitioners can help children navigate self-blame following trauma, exploring strategies to challenge these feelings and empower children to see themselves beyond their negative conclusions.
Explores how practitioners can converse with children to address self-blame after experiences of sexual or physical abuse.
Children are deeply affected by family violence even if they do not directly witness it, as the pervasive climate of fear impacts their overall wellbeing. This can manifest in behaviours such as attempting to protect the abused parent, distractions and aggression at school, social withdrawal, and declining academic performance. Understanding the child’s context is crucial for accurately assessing their social and emotional health and avoiding misinterpretation of their behaviour4.
A facilitated interdisciplinary panel discussion of a case study featuring experts in psychology, psychiatry, and lived experience advocacy.
Explore Take Two’s first online Clinical Conversation, which delves into engaging with children impacted by trauma, providing insights and strategies for professionals through expert discussions and a real-life case study.
Communities can experience trauma from natural or human-induced disasters. In Australia, climate change, family and community violence, and rural disadvantage amplify these events’ frequency and impact. It’s crucial to address children’s specific needs during recovery, as they rely on adults for safety and reassurance. Effective strategies include practical and psychological preparation, building resilience, and providing ongoing support. Recognising signs in children that may require specialised care is also vital.5
This presentation explores CASACV’s adaptations to Specialist Children, Youth, and Families Trauma Counselling during the pandemic, sharing successes, failures, and lessons on maintaining agility and a safe, trauma-informed environment.
This AIFS webinar offers strategies for practitioners to support children and families through various stages of disaster recovery.
Working in culturally safe and trauma-informed ways with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities requires a deep understanding and respect for their unique cultural contexts, histories, and experiences. Practitioners must acknowledge the impact of intergenerational trauma and colonisation, and actively work to build trust and respectful relationships. This involves listening to, and valuing the voices of community members, using culturally appropriate practices, and being aware of the social and historical factors that influence their wellbeing. Providing culturally safe support also means collaborating with Indigenous leaders and organisations to ensure that interventions are relevant and effective, fostering healing and empowerment within the community6.
This AIFS and Emerging Minds webinar explores supporting infants’ and families’ social and emotional wellbeing during the perinatal period, emphasising culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
This AIFS and Emerging Minds webinar guides health, education, and social service professionals in supporting First Nations communities, addressing family violence complexities, advocating culturally responsive practices, and fostering cross-cultural partnerships to address intergenerational trauma.
When working with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) children, young people, and families, it’s essential to recognise and respect their diverse cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences. Creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and understood is crucial. This involves acknowledging the impact of systemic inequalities and discrimination and ensuring interventions are culturally sensitive and relevant.6
This Orygen webinar explores the development of a specialised service for Iraqi and Syrian refugees aged 0 to 24 in North West Melbourne, sharing trauma-informed insights for working with refugees and asylum seekers while addressing their mental health needs.
To become trauma-informed, organisations must take a systemic approach that recognises the widespread impact of trauma and its potential paths to recovery. This involves identifying signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others, integrating trauma awareness into policies, procedures, and practices, and actively working to prevent re-traumatisation. Such an approach requires the entire organisation to understand the complexities of trauma, prioritise recovery, and ensure that policies and procedures are designed to avoid re-traumatising individuals. Essentially, becoming trauma-informed involves a cultural shift throughout the organisation, creating an environment of empathy, understanding, and support for individuals who have experienced trauma7.
This Orygen’s policy report assesses and proposes improvements for trauma response in youth mental health, advocating for Trauma-Informed Care implementation across various sectors.
This Mental Health Professionals’ Network interdisciplinary panel discuss different stages of life where trauma can occur, how practitioners can support clients through providing trauma-informed care, and how to communicate effectively with other mental health practitioners to better support people affected by trauma.
In environments where trauma has a significant impact, it is essential to prioritise the self-care and professional growth of the workforce to maintain resilience and effectiveness in supporting those affected by trauma. Working with individuals who have experienced trauma can be emotionally, physically, and psychologically demanding for professionals. Therefore, organisations must establish strong self-care practices and provide opportunities for continuous professional development. This includes offering access to supervision, peer support, and resources for managing stress and burnout, as well as providing training and education to improve skills in trauma-informed care and resilience-building8.
This session highlighted trauma-informed insights to encourage wellbeing for those working in trauma-impactful environments. It provided insights and practical tools to help navigate the challenges of working in trauma-impactful environments while prioritising self-care and professional growth.
This webinar by Orygen focuses on addressing the complexities of working with young people who have experienced trauma and injustice, emphasising vicarious trauma, self-care, and workplace support.
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