A compassionate and trauma-informed approach to leadership is essential for creating healthy workplace cultures. Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including staff and colleagues. Based on Randy’s book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this presentation explores how to lead with a trauma-informed approach. Drawing from his early career experience as a Mental Health Counsellor and his experience as founder of a medium-sized organization, Randy will provide key insights for increasing psychological safety and creating greater resilience for all parts of an organization. Becoming a trauma-informed workplace creates a sustainable foundation that leads to high levels of employee engagement and organizational success. This presentation will inspire participants to lead with compassion and provide compelling rationale for why all leaders should be trauma-informed.

Some of the Themes Included:

• Understanding the Impact of Trauma in the Workplace
• Characteristics of a Trauma-Informed Leader
• Trauma-Informed Workplace Assessment
• 5 Principles of Trauma-Informed Workplaces
  • Promote Awareness
  • Shift Attitudes
  • Provide Choice
  • Foster Safety
  • Highlight Strengths
• Leadership’s Role in Championing These Principles

Alternative Title: How to Create a Trauma-Informed Culture
Target Audience: Leaders and human resource professionals