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Trauma Informed Practice

Trauma Informed Practice

Trauma Informed Practice

Thursday, November 19, 2026 - 10:00:00 AM until

On Thursday, 19 November 2026, the NI Frontline Network will be holding an in-person, full-day workshop in Belfast, focused on Trauma Informed Practice within the context of homelessness.

The workshop will be held at the Innovation Factory, Forthriver Business Park, 385 Springfield Road, Belfast, BT12 7DG, running from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Frontline staff working across the statutory, voluntary, community and private homelessness sectors regularly support people with multiple and intersecting needs, including experiences of trauma, mental ill health and complex needs. Workforce survey feedback has highlighted a strong demand for training in this area, with staff identifying the need for practical learning that can be applied directly within day-to-day roles.

This interactive full-day workshop – facilitated by ASCERT – will explore Trauma Informed Practice in a practical and meaningful way. The session will focus on building understanding and confidence when supporting individuals experiencing homelessness who may have experienced trauma and adversity.

The workshop will explore practical themes including understanding trauma and its impact, recognising trauma responses and the ways these may present in day-to-day interactions, and developing effective trauma-informed approaches to communication and support. It will also cover creating safe and supportive environments, boundaries, avoiding re-traumatisation and the importance of self-awareness when working with people who have experienced trauma. Participants will have opportunities for discussion, shared learning and networking with others working across the sector.

Participants should leave the session with increased knowledge, confidence and realistic tools that can be applied immediately within their workplace when supporting people experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage.

As with all Northern Ireland Frontline Network events and workshops, this session is entirely free to attend for staff working directly with people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. All we ask is that you are signed up to the Northern Ireland Frontline Network newsletter.

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