Audience: Professionals, teachers and others who work with youth.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience Domestic Violence in their lifetimes, but they aren’t the only victims. DV disrupts the entire family’s existence and children are not immune to its traumatic impacts. Trauma is a widespread, harmful and costly public health problem. With appropriate supports and interventions, people can overcome traumatic experiences..
During this interactive workshop geared towards professionals, participants will:
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- Learn how domestic violence impacts children,
- Walk through the characteristics of a trauma-informed space, and
- Practice trauma-informed activities that create safe environments for children experiencing trauma.