Trauma Informed Facilitation- Creating A Culture of Care

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Rachel shares that in this episode, we dive into the core principles of trauma-informed facilitation, focusing on the necessity of empathy, accountability, and embodied awareness for creating safe and inclusive environments. Catherine shares insights from her recent summit “Together We Rise” – which I am proud to have been a guest on – offering invaluable perspectives on how facilitators can integrate trauma awareness into their leadership, de-pathologize human experiences, and reduce shame.

Our discussion highlights the importance of facilitators navigating their own nervous systems to effectively support others. We explore the role of ethics and integrity in group dynamics, how self-care must extend beyond surface-level practices, and the challenges of creating systems of care that prioritize collaboration, compassion, and accountability.

This conversation paints a vision of embodied leadership—one that requires dynamic decision-making, addresses personal biases, and recognizes the importance of evolving practices through feedback and reflection. Catherine and I also discuss how facilitators can step into the role of community elders, guiding their work and participants with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to collective transformation.

Take a deep breath, tune in, and join us for this rich and impactful conversation on trauma-informed facilitation, community care, and the evolving landscape of leadership with Catherine Hale.