This training will explore the current state of racism and race-based trauma. Racism can be traumatizing, emerging out of the confluence of historical, cultural, and individual traumatic experiences. We will explore our experiences, perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors that may challenge constructive relationship development. Finally, we will discuss practical, culturally Intelligent, trauma-responsive strategies to keep our work moving forward in pro-social activities and service delivery. This will be an opportunity to discuss how to address racism to serve best the people you support and connect with colleagues.

This live interactive webinar is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, MFT's and Addiction Professionals.

Training Agenda (3 hours) 0:00 – 0:15 | Welcome & Framing the Session • Opening remarks and introductions • Setting group agreements (confidentiality, respect, open dialogue) • Overview of training objectives and flow 0:15 – 0:35 | The State of Racism Today • Brief history: how historical trauma continues to shape racial inequities • Current realities: statistics, narratives, and examples of systemic racism • Group reflection prompt: “Where do we see racism impacting our work and communities today?” 0:35 – 1:00 | Understanding Race-Based Trauma • Definition: what is race-based traumatic stress (RBTS)? • How racism manifests as trauma (individual, cultural, historical layers) • Psychological, emotional, and physical impacts • Short paired discussion: “When have you witnessed or experienced racism that left a lasting emotional impact?” 1:00 – 1:15 | Break
• Stretch, reset, informal check-in 1:15 – 1:50 | Self-Awareness & Relationship Barriers • Exploring perceptions, beliefs, and implicit bias • Recognizing behaviors that challenge constructive relationship development • Guided activity: “Identity Walk” or reflective journaling exercise on personal experiences with race and power” • Large group debrief and safe conversation 1:50 – 2:30 | Trauma-Responsive & Culturally Intelligent Strategies • Introducing Culturally Intelligent (CQ) framework • Trauma-responsive practices in addressing racism • Strategies for service delivery, teamwork, and leadership • Case study or scenario activity: applying trauma-responsive, culturally intelligent strategies in real-life situations 2:30 – 3:00 | Moving Forward in Pro-Social Service Delivery • How to integrate learning into professional practice • Building accountability and sustaining growth in organizations • Group discussion: “What’s one action you can commit to in your work moving forward?”
3:00 – 3:15 | Closing & Reflection • Key takeaways recap • Final reflection activity (silent writing or sharing circle) • Evaluation & resources shared • Thank you and next steps

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