Training Opportunity!

Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS’s) Strategic Interventions is pleased to offer this 2-day workshop on Nov 13 & 14 for professionals in mental health, front-line workers, counselling, community outreach, and anyone involved in providing group support to survivors of domestic and/or sexualized violence

This workshop provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles and practices of group work with survivors of domestic and/or sexualized violence. Through interactive presentations, case studies, and collaborative group activities, participants will learn how to create safe, supportive, and empowering group environments that help alleviate isolation among survivors. The session will focus on understanding the unique dynamics and needs of group members, addressing trauma, and fostering resilience and healing. Participants will gain practical skills for facilitating groups, managing group dynamics, and supporting the complex emotional and psychological recovery of survivors.

The workshop highlights trauma-informed, violence-informed, and decolonial approaches to group work, ensuring interventions are anti-oppressive and suitable for survivors of intimate partner violence, domestic violence, and sexual violence. By the end, attendees will gain the knowledge and tools needed to support survivors’ healing and recovery in group settings.

Learning Outcomes:  

  • Understand Group Dynamics with Survivors: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the unique dynamics involved in group work with survivors of domestic and/or sexualized violence, including issues related to trust, safety, and trauma.
  • Recognize the Impact of Trauma & Violence: Learn to identify and understand the diverse impacts of trauma on survivors and how these can manifest in group settings, including common emotional and psychological responses.
  • Facilitate Safe and Supportive Groups: Develop skills for creating and maintaining safe, supportive, and empowering group environments that foster trust and encourage open communication among survivors.
  • Apply Trauma & Violence-Informed Practices: Gain insights into trauma-informed practices for group work, ensuring that interventions are attuned to the needs and experiences of survivors and promote their healing and recovery.
  • Facilitate Group Dynamics: Develop skills to address conflict, maintain boundaries, and ensure that all voices are heard and respected within the group.
  • Promote Healing and Resilience: Understand strategies for promoting healing and resilience among group members, including the use of empowerment techniques and strength-based approaches.
  • Evaluate Group Effectiveness: Learn to evaluate the effectiveness of group interventions, including assessing group progress, outcomes, and the overall impact on the well-being of survivors.
    • Support Survivors Beyond the Group: Develop strategies for supporting group members beyond the group setting, including connecting them to additional resources and ongoing support services.

     

    In-Person Training Details

    Date

    Wednesday, November 13, 2024 

    Thursday, November 14, 2024 

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    Time

    10 AM – 4 PM

    Location

    In-person

    Facilitator

    Angela Marie MacDougall
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    Details

    Registration is $500 per person. For groups of 5 or more, registration is $400 (20% off).

    If you are a student or first responder or you are experiencing financial insecurity, please contact us at connect@strategicinterventions.ca for a discount 

    The deadline to register is Aug 31st. Max capacity 25 participants. Min. Attendance is 8 participants (if minimum attendance is not reached, the workshop will be rescheduled with notice).

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    Sorry, registration for this event has closed. Please contact us at connect@strategicinterventions.ca if you are interested in joining the next workshop.