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Derbyshire Mind has been working with Derbyshire’s Public Health department to connect, activate and inspire trauma-informed approaches to service provision in Derbyshire.
What is Trauma Informed Derbyshire?
“We are convinced that together we can do more to support children, young people and adults of all ages who are affected by trauma.
Trauma-informed working is not just about what we do, it is also about the way we think, who we are at work and how we organise and deliver our services. It’s about how we, as a workforce, shape our system for the better, at all levels of responsibility. It requires a workforce that is properly supported, resourced and encouraged to practise within trauma-informed environments and systems.
We are seeing the proven potential of trauma-informed approaches to transform the lives of individuals and the effectiveness of our public service systems. Whether that’s working with people in the prison system to understand the behaviours that lead to their incarceration; working to prevent adverse experiences in the lives of children; working to heal the trauma cause by racial injustice or addressing the many other challenges that trauma can bring to individuals and communities.”
– Lizzie Watt, Public Health Lead, Derbyshire County Council
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a trauma-informed workforce, that is able to recognise the impacts of trauma and respond in ways that promote recovery – overall reduce inequalities and increase the life chances for all who reside and work in Derbyshire.
Our Guiding Principles
Our Aims
By being trauma informed we especially aim to better support those affected by trauma and to champion the breaking of long-term cycles of deprivations, discrimination, and inequality.
We are calling on everyone – communities, staff, and leaders – to unite around this shared vision and work towards trauma-informed Derbyshire.
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Every interaction either adds a brick if we’re not trauma-informed or removes one if we are.
“ While we can’t dismantle the wall all at once, trauma-informed approaches can create better pathways, helping people access services before they reach crisis. ”
- Derbyshire Health Manager
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