Vicarious trauma is caused by exposure to the traumatic experiences of others. If not addressed, vicarious trauma can impact an officer’s ability to effectively serve victims and survivors. Check out this short clip to learn more. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=839527986744218
Resource: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). The Office for Victims of Crime offers a wealth of resources and information to support victim service programs in commemorating DVAM. Learn more at https://ovc.ojp.gov/news/featured-resources/october-2021-featured-resources
Resource: The Suicide Prevention Resource Center uploaded a webinar clip titled “Weaving Cultures into Suicide Prevention Strategies.” Rob England of the Yurok Tribe and United Indian Health Services, Inc., highlight the merits of weaving culture into evidence-based suicide prevention strategies to engage multiple generations of Native community members in prevention Read more…