Guidelines for Working With a Trauma-informed Approach

Trauma has lasting and adverse effects on an individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being.1 A trauma-informed approach recognises the intersectional impact of racism and racial discrimination and aims to centre the voice and experiences of the targets of racial discrimination. [...] Recognise the signs and symptoms of trauma, and the varied responses to trauma in both individuals and cultures. [...] GUIDELINES FOR WORKING WITH A TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACH | PAGE 2 Guidelines for Working With a Trauma-informed Approach Guidelines for implementation The principles of a trauma-informed approach should underpin your organisation’s response to racist incidents. [...] that happened? Maybe you’re just overthinking it.’ GUIDELINES FOR WORKING WITH A TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACH | PAGE 4 Guidelines for Working With a Trauma-informed Approach Incorporating a trauma-informed approach through all policies and procedures • Revise all policies and procedures to align with trauma-informed principles. [...] • The diverse perspectives of people who have experienced trauma caused by racism and racial discrimination should be at the centre of all activities of the organisation, including policy making, leadership positions, training and service provision.