Wellbeing: Embedding trauma-informed people management practice

Join the SES CIPD Wellbeing Special Interest Group for an interactive event exploring the core concepts of trauma-informed practice, led by expert guest speaker Liz Russell. Liz is a Trauma Informed Development Officer at Moray Council and active member of the Trauma Informed Leads Network. She contributes to Scotland’s national effort to embed trauma-informed principles across all sectors.

At this event, you’ll gain a clear understanding of what trauma-informed approaches look like in the workplace and why they matter for people professionals and the organisations they support.

You’ll learn the key concepts of trauma-informed practice and how to assess where your organisation currently stands, identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities, and access practical tools that can be applied immediately.

The event also includes group discussions and networking opportunities, enabling you to share experiences and learn from your peers.

Participants will leave with a resource pack to support embedding trauma-informed approaches into their organisations daily practices.

This event is ideal for a wide variety of HR and people practitioners, students, and professionals looking to build more supportive, inclusive, and effective organisational cultures.

Speaker:

Elizabeth Russell is a Trauma Informed Practice Development Officer within Moray Council. With a 26‑year background as a Police Officer in the British Army, she brings extensive operational and leadership experience, alongside a deep understanding of the complex ways trauma influences individuals, organisations, and systems. Her work focuses on promoting environments grounded in safety, trust, empowerment, and wellbeing for both the workforce and the people they support. She has a particular interest in adapting tools, frameworks, and systems so they genuinely support trauma‑informed approaches in real‑world practice.

Information:

Breakfast and networking begin at 08:00.
The event will run from 08:30 to 09:30

Tea, coffee, and a light breakfast will be available.

The Hanover Conference Centre is located just off Leith Walk, which is well served by both trams and buses.

Metered on-street parking is available on McDonald Road.

Please note:

1. Reminder emails will be sent to you the day before, with a further reminder on the morning of the event.

2. Photography and video production may take place at the event, and these images may be used in the CIPD newsletters.

3. By attending the event, you are giving your consent for your image to be used on any CIPD promotional materials.

4. Please cancel your ticket so someone else can take your place if your plans change and you can no longer make it – there is usually a waitlist for our events.

5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.

6. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.

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