Understanding Trauma for Educators & Community Helpers (half day learning)

This HALF DAY TRAINING consists of lecture, videos and case studies to provide an introduction to trauma, types of trauma and trauma exposure, and common human responses to trauma. This presentation looks at how trauma affects the brain and provides simple strategies that can be used to support students within your classrooms and people you work with that have been affected by trauma.

On October 25, 2024 we will host two unique training sessions:

• morning session will focus on strategies for Educators working in classrooms
• afternoon session focused on strategies for Community Helpers in diverse settings

Disclaimer: Learning and discussing trauma can be a sensitive subject. Attendees should be aware that multiple types of trauma, including child abuse will be discussed within this presentation.

Presented by Crystal Fluery, BSW

Crystal Fleury, a registered social worker and mental health counsellor within Brandon, will provide an introduction to trauma, how it affects the brain and simple strategies to support those that have been affected by trauma. She has worked in the field of social services within southwestern Manitoba since 2008, having employment in the fields of child welfare, mental health, and education. She is also a certified High Fidelity Wrap-Around Facilitator, Coach, and Trainer. In 2023, Crystal became enrolled as a FNHIB mental health counselling provider and opened Holistic Journey Counselling Services, a barrier-free mental health counselling centre focusing on providing services to those who are unable to access counselling due to transportation or other barriers.

In support of Brandon Friendship Centre Gakina Abinoojiiyag < GAP > Programs

Proceeds of this ticketed learning opportunity will support fundraising efforts for Brandon Friendship Centre’s Youth Prevention Support Teams at GAP Programs, BAYAC & Huddle Brandon.

$30 registration fee includes refreshments & light snack.

Training location: 205 College Avenue, Brandon, MB
Sessions: 3 hours (15 mins break)

Morning (Educators): 9am - 12pm

• doors open 8:30am, presentation begins 9:00am sharp

Afternoon (Community Helpers): 1 - 4pm

• doors opens 12:30pm, presentation begins 1:00pm sharp

When purchasing tickets, please be sure to you select the appropriate morning or afternoon session. "Support Tickets" are also available, any donation amount is welcome!

Host or Publisher BFC GAP Coordinator