Trauma-aware and trauma-informed practice in schools

6 Jul 2022

This webinar provides details about trauma-informed practice at primary and secondary school level, including the key principles, strategies, and common barriers and solutions for schools when implementing trauma-informed practice.

Dr Emily Berger (Monash University, Australia) and Dr Karen Martin (University of Tasmania, Australia) share their extensive research knowledge and practical expertise, providing teachers and school leaders with the knowledge and practical ideas and approaches for supporting students who have experienced trauma. This webinar accompanies a set of trauma-informed resources the speakers developed for The Education Hub.

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Presenters

Associate Professor Emily Berger

Dr Emily Berger is an associate professor at the School of Educational Psychology & Counselling at Monash University. Her research focuses on the lifelong implications of adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and interventions to support children and families exposed to stress and trauma. She leads research on disasters, refugees, out-of-home care, disability, regional and rural adversity, and stress and trauma in early childhood, primary and secondary schools, and tertiary settings.

Professor Karen Martin

Dr Karen Martin is a professor in trauma-informed pedagogy in the School of Education at the University of Tasmania. Her research explores trauma-informed practice and how its application can transform the education experience for school students.