ODVN – Trauma-Informed Programming: A Low-Barrier Model to Shelter Rules & Guidelines

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network:

Trauma-Informed Programming: A Low-Barrier Model to Shelter Rules & Guidelines

In this training designed for residential and shelter programs serving domestic violence survivors, participants will explore the use of the Trauma-Informed Care framework to reduce barriers for survivors in their programs. Participants will identify strategies for implementing voluntary service requirements in shelter programs, as well as policies that violate the voluntary service requirements of federal funders. Participants will apply the concepts of Trauma-Informed Care to scenarios that navigate challenges common to shelter programs, such as curfews, supporting children and parenting, mental health concerns with survivors, and low program engagement. At the end of this training, participants will have identified ways that they can shift their practices and perspectives to reduce barriers for survivors in shelter and create clear communication around program guidelines that follow voluntary service standards.

Registration ends April 24th. 

Cost: Free with a DV program, organizational, or individual membership. $25 for non-members.