New work from local artists depicts the impacts of COVID-19 and racism
New works by seven local artists and community creatives offer fresh ways of understanding the intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic with race, bias and culture.
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Trauma-informed practice is IN THE NEWS: Some local voices weigh-in
How are trauma-informed approaches influencing work across our community? Hear from some of our local experts.
Read MoreWhat can we do about trauma? A whole school, whole child approach
Schools can be a critical place to help build resilience and healing, not just for students, but for families and the larger community.. See how this is taking place at schools in our region.
Read MoreCommunity Health Boards Make Resilient Communities
Community connectedness is one of the pillars of health that can counter the impacts of trauma and adversity. Yesterday’s blog introduced some key concepts in trauma-informed practice. In today’s blog, we’ll look at how communities are building those connections and fostering resilience, demonstrating how community-led initiatives are beneficial for health. In the field of public health […]
Read MoreFive things to know about trauma-informed practice
Have you heard the term “trauma-informed” but wonder how this plays out in practice? How is tapping into individual and community strengths key for healing?
Read MoreNurses Week focus on good health for nurses promotes resilience
Burnout is a problem in many professions – and particularly in nursing. For National Nurses Week this year, the focus is on promoting good health for nurses themselves. Within Public Health – Seattle & King County, this fits squarely with many efforts to help people overcome the impacts of burnout and “secondary trauma” (which comes […]
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