In 2019 the Virginia Department of Social Services was directed to complete a human trafficking assessment whenever someone complained or reported child human trafficking. This session will focus on establishing agency-specific (public or private) human trafficking protocols that align with mandated reporting. A human trafficking protocol identifies trauma-informed approaches for identification, assessment, and intervention with a complex population. When protocols are established, not only can they contribute to effective service delivery, but they also can help address vicarious trauma with professionals.
Through case stories, you will learn about childhood trauma and complex trauma related to trafficking survivors and the importance of establishing a trafficking protocol, which key factors to include, and trauma-informed practices.
This is a two part, three hour total series for 3.0 credits.