Community & Corporate Services

Experiences of trauma - racial and otherwise - can have a significant impact on adults in the workplace, interfering with self-regulation, coping with stress, productivity, and developing positive relationships. By integrating trauma-informed approaches in Corporate and Community Institutions, we aim to create safe, empathetic spaces where every employee feels valued, understood, and capable of reaching their full potential.

All Staff Foundational Training

Our Trauma-Informed Futures© All Staff Training is designed for all members of your organization, including government agencies (such as HUD, state, and local agencies), youth-serving organizations, corporate entities, and non-profit organizations. It is ideal for participants new to trauma-informed practices or seeking a refresher course.

  • Facilitated by Resilient Futures Executive Trainers, the training focuses on increasing capacity and sustainability for integrating trauma-informed practices that meet the needs of all individuals in your professional community.

    Participants will gain immediate access to knowledge and resources that can be seamlessly integrated into organizational practices, ensuring the continuity of trauma-informed services. We employ our proprietary Trauma-Informed framework to address trauma in today’s world - influenced by the evidenced-informed Healthy Environments and Response to Trauma in Schools (HEARTS) conceptual framework (Dorado et al., 2016).

    We delve into trauma science and biology, offering evidence-based strategies to mitigate long-term trauma effects. Rooted in neuroscience and resilience research, trauma-informed practices are flexible, adaptable, and tailored to diverse community settings. We also strongly emphasize Adult Wellness, equipping participants with skills to address burnout and secondary trauma commonly experienced in community and corporate organizations.

    By integrating essential concepts for trauma-informed practices and leveraging our trauma-informed framework, participants will leave the training with the knowledge and a robust set of tools to foster safer, more supportive environments for every individual in their community.

  • This training can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of your staff. We offer adapted versions for different specialties, including Human Resource professionals, Mental Health Services professionals, and organizational leadership.

    Duration: 10 hours conducted over 3 to 4 in-person sessions for optimal engagement and retention.

Implementation Team Collaborative

Our Trauma-Informed Futures© Implementation Team Collaborative applies the principles of implementation science to empower diverse cohorts within corporate settings, community organizations, and government agencies/offices, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills essential for effectively implementing and sustaining trauma-informed practices over a multi-year partnership. This program cultivates the capacity for participants to champion resilience and equity within their respective communities. Individuals are thoughtfully selected based on their unwavering commitment to upholding trauma-informed practices throughout their partnership with Resilient Futures, ensuring continuity and a comprehensive approach to implementation.

  • Program Overview:

    Bringing together a diverse group of leaders, employees, and representatives from various roles across corporate, community, and governmental sectors, this collaborative initiative works alongside our Resilient Futures Executive Trainers. Together, they identify existing practices and policies that can be enhanced through the implementation of trauma-informed strategies.

    Key Components:

    Collaborative Leadership: Participants engage in collaborative decision-making, drawing upon their collective knowledge and understanding of contextual factors within their respective sectors to drive effective implementation and sustainability of trauma-informed practices.

    Progressive Training Model: Our model progresses systematically, building upon cumulative knowledge and skills to ensure a thorough understanding of trauma-informed principles and practices. Through contextual case studies, role-playing exercises, proprietary tools, and other interactive methods, participants deepen their understanding of trauma-informed practices.

    Internal Resource Establishment: As the Implementation Team advances, they become an internal resource for their respective organizations, offering trauma-informed solutions to address challenges encountered in their settings. By actively embodying trauma-informed mindsets and behaviors, they cultivate empathy and understanding in interactions with all stakeholders, fostering inclusivity and addressing diverse needs within their communities.

    Program Evaluation Outcome Approach: Employing a mixed-method design, we utilize a program evaluation outcome approach with measurement tools to assess program effectiveness, training appropriateness, and outcomes. Evaluation findings inform ongoing optimization and adaptations to the program.

    The Trauma-Informed Futures© Implementation Team is equipped to successfully implement, embed, and sustain trauma-informed, equity-focused practices, playing a pivotal role in supporting the entire community across corporate, organizational, and governmental settings.

  • While fully customizable, the Implementation Team Collaborative typically spans the calendar year and is often facilitated as part of a multi-year partnership with Resilient Futures.

Train the Trainers (TTT) Program

Our Trauma-Informed Futures© Train the Trainers Series (TTT) is a dynamic program tailored for selected members of youth-serving organizations, government agencies, and corporate settings, empowering them to effectively facilitate our Trauma-Informed Futures© Foundational Training within their respective contexts.

  • Through engaging methods such as personal storytelling, reflective exercises, and group discussions, participants will acquire the skills to deliver our foundational training in a trauma-informed manner, adaptable to diverse youth populations, government departments, or corporate environments.

    We provide comprehensive resources, including adaptable lesson PowerPoints, robust learning tools, activities, case study examples, and a facilitation manual, to ensure that trainers are fully equipped to lead impactful sessions in their specific settings. Ideal candidates for this program are individuals with experience in trauma-informed practices, a commitment to professional development within their organization or agency, and a dedication to supporting the well-being of youth or employees.

    This training builds upon and reinforces foundational trauma-informed knowledge, grounded in the Resilient Futures framework, which draws from the evidenced-informed Healthy Environments and Response to Trauma in Schools (HEARTS) conceptual framework (Dorado et al., 2016). It covers essential topics such as Understanding Trauma and Stress, promoting Cultural Humility and Equity, and fostering Resilience through the 3C’s of Connection, Coping, and Competence, all adaptable to the specific context of youth-serving organizations, government agencies, or corporate environments.

    Community / Agency / Corporate TTT collaboration objectives include:

    • Applying the 4 R’s of trauma-informed practices in the context of your community, agency, or corporate setting.

    • Recognizing and assessing behavior manifestations in organizational staff according to the physiological stress response continuum.

    • Understanding the prevalence of trauma and its effects on learning and behavior in community institutions while challenging a deficit lens.

    • Prioritizing Cultural Humility, emphasizing the importance of equity within trauma-informed practices in community and corporate institutions.

    • Practicing skills to foster resilience for young children and staff based on the ARC model, focusing on building connection, coping skills, and competence within community and corporate institution settings.

    • Understanding secondary trauma and burnout specific to community and corporate institutions, and implementing practices to enhance individual and community wellness.

    • Through self-reflection and practice, assessing facilitation skills to effectively deliver sensitive content and mitigate potential re-traumatization of participants in community and corporate institution environments.

    Upon completion, participants are equipped to lead trauma-informed training sessions for organizational staff with confidence. They will also have the opportunity to explore their role as trainers, addressing potential challenges and emotional aspects of the content they will deliver.

  • Participants must complete the entire training to receive a certificate of completion and access to the training materials tailored for specific corporate and community agency contexts.

    Duration:

Transformative Leadership Training

Our Trauma-Informed Futures© Transformative Leadership Training Series empowers leaders in government agencies, corporate institutions, and youth-serving community organizations with a comprehensive understanding of trauma-informed practices and a steadfast commitment to Cultural Humility in leadership positions.

  • This intensive two-day training program is specifically designed for Directors, Managers, and individuals in supervisory roles within these diverse settings who are dedicated to enhancing their leadership capabilities through trauma-informed approaches tailored to the needs of their constituents, employees, or program participants.

    Throughout the training, participants will delve deeply into the core principles of trauma-informed care, learning how to seamlessly integrate these principles into their daily leadership responsibilities within their respective organizations. Led by our expert facilitators, engaging sessions will focus on communication strategies, relationship-building techniques, and the cultivation of a supportive organizational culture sensitive to the diverse needs of their stakeholders.

    Key highlights of the training include:

    Communication: Explore effective communication strategies tailored to foster trust, empathy, and collaboration within government agencies, corporate institutions, and youth-serving community organizations. Through interactive exercises and real-world scenarios, leaders will refine their skills in active listening, conflict resolution, and trauma-sensitive communication techniques adapted for diverse populations.

    Relationship Building: Equip leaders with practical tools and strategies for nurturing meaningful connections, promoting a sense of belonging, and fostering a culture of mutual respect, safety, and inclusivity within their respective organizations.

    Self-Reflection and Growth: Leadership in these sectors begins with self-awareness. Participants will engage in reflective practices aimed at challenging entrenched patterns of behavior and fostering personal growth. By examining their own leadership styles through a trauma-informed lens, leaders will gain insights into how they can create more supportive environments for their constituents, employees, or program participants.

    Cultural Humility in Leadership Positions: Cultural Humility is a guiding principle that should inform every decision and action of a leader in government, corporate, or community settings. Through exploring case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will learn strategies for dismantling systemic barriers, addressing disparities, and promoting equity within their organizations and communities.

    Action Planning and Implementation: Equipped with newfound knowledge and skills, participants will develop action plans tailored to the unique needs of their organizations or programs. Facilitators will offer ongoing support and guidance as leaders work to implement trauma-informed practices, fostering inclusive and supportive environments conducive to the growth and success of their stakeholders.

  • The training spans 16 hours across two full-day sessions or 4 half-day sessions, allowing for comprehensive exploration and practical application of concepts within the diverse sectors of government, corporate, and community organizations.

Professional Development Deep Dives

Our Trauma-Informed Futures© Professional Development Deep Dive Series offers ongoing professional learning opportunities tailored specifically for professionals in youth-serving organizations, corporate institutions, government agencies, and community settings.

  • Dive deep into essential topics such as Bias, Pedagogy, and Trauma-Informed Practices, all tailored to the context of youth-serving organizations, government agencies, and community settings. Our sessions move beyond surface-level discussions, focusing on practical strategies and techniques relevant to working with youth from diverse backgrounds. From fostering resilience to addressing systemic barriers, we ensure a comprehensive and progressive training experience for professionals in these settings.

    These sessions build upon the foundational knowledge gained from our Trauma-Informed Futures (C) Foundational Training, addressing the diverse needs of various settings serving youth populations.

  • Our Professional Development Deep Dives typically range from 2 to 8 hours per year, offering continuous growth and development opportunities.

    These sessions complement our All Staff Foundational Training, providing professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to create supportive environments for the youth they serve in youth-serving organizations, government agencies, and community settings.