Trauma-Informed Practice

60-minute presentation with two rounds of conversation with participants
Intros and closing circle

Session Description

In this session, we will learn about the impact of trauma on our brains, bodies, and spirits; the difference between intergenerational trauma and complex trauma; and how complex trauma relates to colonization and colonialism. This session will also explain the principles behind a trauma-informed approach, and how Indigenous culture-based approaches can lead to safety, reconnection, and healing for survivors. During one round of conversation, we will consider 2-3 short case studies and formulate a trauma-informed response. Participants will leave with resources for future study and everyday use.

Presenter:

Suzanne Methot is the author of the non-fiction book Legacy: Trauma, Story, and Indigenous Healing and co-author of the textbook Aboriginal Beliefs, Values, and Aspirations. Her new book for young adults, Killing the Wittigo: Indigenous Culture-Based Approaches to Waking Up, Taking Action, and Doing the Work of Healing, will be published in June 2023 by ECW Press. She has worked as an adult literacy practitioner, as an elementary classroom teacher, and in advocacy and direct-service positions in Indigenous-led agencies. Suzanne was born in Vancouver, raised in Sagitawa (Peace River, Alberta), and lived in Toronto for 29 years. She is Asiniwachi Nehiyaw (Rocky Mountain Cree) of mixed Indigenous and European heritage. She lives on Gabriola Island, near Nanaimo, BC. For more information, check Suzanne’s website at https://www.suzannemethot.ca/.

Cost: Free

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/bcRF1xfNTp64L7UX6

This is part of the Maskwacis Cultural College Microlearning Series and is open to the public.
Contact Manisha Khetarpal by email  mkhetarpal@mccedu.ca or call toll free: 1 866 585 3925