Framework

Implementing trauma-informed principles in practice

This toolkit follows a collaborative change framework. This framework centers an understanding of TIPs so that we can better support healing. We encourage collaboration with other service providers and the people you are serving.

01
Understand TIPS

UNDERSTAND the effects of trauma, establish common ground, and learn about trauma-informed principles in practice.

03
Create spaces

CREATE spaces for dialogue and exchange. Take time to listen to stories that may have common threads as a tool to support our practice.

05
Implement practices

IMPLEMENT and use TIPs while addressing specific needs. Include community in implementation.

02
Develop a roadmap

DEVELOP a roadmap. Consider the landscape, identify and cultivate relationships with potential partners, and develop a vision for the future.

04
Co-design practices

CO-DESIGN practices together. Use what you are learning to inform your work. Foster a trusting environment in decision making. Be open to explore.

06
Amplify efforts

AMPLIFY practices and partnerships. Recognize and share what is working. Celebrate success.

The framework is non-linear. At any point you might move from one step to another. Or you can go back and review a point once more.

Each person and community experiences adversity and healing differently. You can adapt this framework to the people you are serving.

Click here to download the change framework in English.