Hamburg, Germany Trauma Informed Care Approach: 6 Guiding Principles Panelist Cultural, Historical, & Gender Panelist

The Hamburg Exchange between Chicago Sister Cities International (CSCI) and the Illinois Social Work Exchange Program partnered on the subject matter of Trauma Informed Care as highlighted by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Eight delegates served as guests of the city and state of Hamburg for one week (September 21st to September 27th) with cultural immersion, multiple site visits, a social work conference and recognition of contributions made.

Founder Jataun J Rollins, AM presented on the topic of Cultural, Historical, and Gender Issues highlighting the need to place historical, cultural and gender context in view with current events. 1863FWD presumes everyone who seeks support or therapeutic care may have experienced trauma bringing their worldview into an organization’s space or community. It was underscored using our experiences with vulnerable populations that staff members, volunteers, speakers, and board members required training  on what trauma informed care looks like across the agency for a consistent community of care.

Founder Rollins intends to sponsor CEU events on the merits of social exchange programs having traveled abroad to Sydney, Australia,; Shanghi, China; and Hamburg, Germany examing cultures and their methods of engagement, support, and programming.