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Due to the COVID-19 Delta alert levels changes and limits for gatherings, this workshop is postponed until further notice.

Those who've have registered for the workshop will receive direct communication from SSPA with more details.

We are committed to bringing you this Workshop as soon as we can.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the event please email office@sspa.org.nz

Ngā mihi nui,

SSPA team

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This workshop presented by Nicola Atwool will help participants develop a strong trauma-informed practice focus. There will be opportunities throughout the day for small group work so that material can be applied to your own work context.

The following topics will be covered:
• Brief overview of trauma-informed practice
• Knowledge base for trauma-informed practice
• Skills to support trauma-informed practice
• Self care
• Trauma-informed systems

morning tea and lunch provided.

Presented by Nicola Atwool who is an associate professor in the Social and Community Work Programme at the University of Otago.

Nicola has professional qualifications in social work and child psychotherapy. During her career she has worked for what is now Oranga Tamariki and as principal advisor for the Office of the Children’s Commissioner.

She completed a PhD in 2008 exploring the use of attachment assessments in decision-making for children in care.

Nicola sees the goal of her research as to influence policy and practice to improve outcomes for children and young people exposed to adversity. Her extensive practitioner experience enables her to bridge the worlds of academia, policy and practice.