Practical trauma informed training for community and sector organisations

Assistance provided by the Australian and Queensland governments through the jointly funded Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.

Although funding for this product has been provided by both the Australian and Queensland Governments, the material contained herein does not necessarily represent the views of either Government.

Crisis and Disaster Recovery Programs

Our crisis and disaster recovery programs equip organisations, frontline teams and individuals with practical tools and trauma-informed strategies to support communities impacted by disaster and crisis.

Understanding Trauma – 1 Day Workshop Trauma informed training

Trauma Informed Recovery – 1 Day Workshop Trauma informed practice.

Operation Restore – 3 Day Course

Practical tools to support wellbeing, connection, and personal recovery

Understanding moral injury and trauma after disaster or crisis, and how these present in individuals and communities
Trauma-informed communication skills, including safe, practical engagement strategies
Confidence to respond to distress
Tools to support wellbeing, connection, and ongoing recovery
Strategies to build hope, resilience, and long-term recovery pathways
Knowledge of referral pathways, including effective warm referrals
Improved collaboration across agencies to reduce service gaps

Trauma Informed Practice Foundations

What trauma looks like after disaster and why it shows up differently
Creating psychological safety in everyday interactions
Trauma informed communication, language, and engagement
Working within role boundaries and safe referral triggers

Workshop 1

This workshop is foundational in trauma informed care in a disaster / crisis recovery context.

It is suitable for first responders, carers, volunteers, and those walking alongside individuals and families affected by trauma, crisis, and adversity.

Participants may register for either workshop, or both.

Practice, Pathways, Partnerships

Practical case studies and scenario based application Referral pathways, warm handovers, and collaboration workflows
Cross agency coordination and shared response principles
Strengthening local partnerships to support community recovery

Workshop 2

This workshop builds on workshop 1 and consolidates trauma informed care into practice in a disaster / crisis recovery context.

It is suitable for first responders, carers, volunteers, and those walking alongside individuals and families affected by trauma, crisis, and adversity.

Participants may register for either workshop, or both.

3 Day Trauma Recovery Course

Understanding moral injury, trauma and impact after crisis or disaster.
Practical tools to support wellbeing, connection, and ongoing recovery
Strengthening hope, resilience, and personal recovery pathways

Operation Restore

This 3 day program supports people who have been exposed to trauma through service, work, or lived experience.

It is suitable for first responders, carers, volunteers, community members and those walking alongside individuals and families affected by trauma, crisis, and adversity.