WAR TRAUMA & REFUGEE EXPERIENCE

Developmental Trauma in the Context of War and Relocation

$30 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

It is well known that among Australia's intake of refugee and humanitarian entrants are children and young people.

When these children and young people arrive in Australia, they bring with them a narrative significantly affect by their traumatic experiences.

Educational professionals working with this vulnerable group will gain an understanding of the effects of the multiple types of trauma these children have been exposed to and how their trauma experiences will impact on their development, relationships and resettlement.

Beginning with an overview of neuro-biological development, this day facilitates a greater understanding of the effects of war and relocation on social development and learning. Further, it provides a lens through which to view challenging behavior related to war and relocation, a framework to respond to these children effectively and trauma sensitive approaches, activities and strategies to engage them in learning. 

COURSE INFORMATION

Term 3
Wednesday 10 September
9.00am - 4.00pm
Adelaide Sailing Club 
Cost $30.00

CORE FOCI AND PRIORITIES

• Brain development in children
• Trauma is a brain injury
• How war and dislocation affects brain development

INTENDED FOR:

This workshop is intended for school leaders, leaders in the area of student wellbeing and classroom teachers supporting children affected by trauma, war trauma and refugee experience

PROGRAM OUTLINE:

Six hours

FACILITATOR

• Australian Childhood Foundation

SYSTEM ACCREDITED MODULE: No

REGISTRATION CLOSED: Wednesday, 3 September 2014

CONTACT DETAILS:

For further information regarding the workshop please contact Michael Lincoln on 8301 6642 or Michael.lincoln@cesa.catholic.edu.au

REGISTRATION

Please email ria.wong@cesa.catholic.edu.au if you need further assistance on registration