Community Training in Trauma and Resilience
The Greater Charlottesville Trauma-Informed Community Network Training Committee has identified three programs offering ongoing training on trauma and resiliency in the area: ACE Interface, Community Resilience Network, and EMPOWER.
The ACE Interface program provides basic training on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) as well as resilience if requested. This training is provided by Region Ten Community Services Board staff and is offered throughout the Region Ten area. The training can be customized to run from 30 minutes long to two days, as requested, and can be combined with other training to provide ACEs "next steps."
The Community Resilience Network program focuses on building community capacity through resilience. Two courses, Trauma Informed and Trauma Supportive, provide training on brain science, brain states, roles, and the science of resiliency. The training is provided by staff from the Charlottesville Department of Social Services, Community Attention Foster Families, and Region Ten and is offered throughout the Region Ten area. Each course is six hours, and certification is available. Training is scheduled on a monthly basis and at other times as requested.
The EMPOWER program offers training throughout central Virginia on the ACEs and resilience. The training is offered as a 60-minute, 90-minute, or 3-hour session and is provided by 15 local facilitators under the umbrella of the Greater Charlottesville Trauma-Informed Community Network. These facilitators went through an intensive train-the-trainer program and include staff from the Albemarle County Schools, the Albemarle and Charlottesville Department of Social Services, City of Promise, Family Treatment Court, Foothills Child Advocacy Center, The Haven, Piedmont CASA, Piedmont Pediatrics, ReadyKids, and the Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA). The training is scheduled upon request.
Community Conversations or Tabling Events
The TICN provides information about trauma and resilience as well as related resources at local community health fairs, neighborhood gatherings, etc. We are happy to schedule a time to meet with community members or groups to share information and resources about trauma and resilience. These events can include tabling, a formal presentation, a roundtable discussion, or other formats best suited for your needs.
Resilience Building Events and Projects
The TICN knows the importance of building trust and relationships in our community as foundational to building community resilience. We host events throughout the year to provide opportunities for the community to come together and get to know one another and learn more about how to promote resilience in our area.
Do you have an idea for a community-based event or project that would help build relationships and trust? If so, we would love to hear from you! Please email info@cvilleticn.org with your idea and contact information.