These resources are intended to broaden the lens through which you can view trauma-informed leadership and organisational behaviour.
Further Reading
A couple of helpful starting points:
- Understanding Trauma-Informed Leadership (Forbes)
Makes the business case for safer and more resilient workplaces. - Six principles of the trauma-informed approach (National Education Union)
Practical resources, core principles and information about building trauma-informed practice.
Practice and Support Services
If you are looking to deepen your understanding of how to support your team – or if you recognise some of these patterns in your own experience – these organisations offer grounded, principled guidance. This is not an exhaustive list.
- Survivors Trust – Trauma informed employer
A resource for those looking to understand the structural responsibilities of an employer. - Trauma Informed Organisations from NAPAC
A three-step framework for understanding how to take a trauma-informed approach. - Nottingham Trent – Managing trauma in the workplace
A research‑led, practical initiative to raise awareness of trauma as a critical workplace issue and equip organisations with knowledge, tools, and confidence. - Mind – mental health and trauma support
A point of reference for practical support and for understanding the wider landscape. - PTSD UK – exercises and support
Wellbeing resources focused on the individual’s experience.
For further reading have a look here, and for more help with a trauma-informed approach to leadership in HE, get in touch here.