Training module 1 - Train-the-trainers theoretical topic

Training module 1 was carried out online according to the timetable 28 - 30.06.2023.The aim of the 1st module was to provide theoretical information about complex trauma is of crucial importance for those professionals who intend to use the TRUST TRAUMA-SENSITIVE WORKING MODEL while working with marginalised youth with complex trauma backgrounds.

The following topics which are divided into 6 different parts, were handled:

● Adhesion to the present
● Symptoms of traumatic stress disorder
● Complex Trauma Disorder
● Arousal variations
● Mentalisation
● Trauma triggers
● Understanding emotions
● Understanding beliefs
● Setting boundaries
● Taking care of well-being
● Coping with challenging situations

Training module 2 - Method - practical training

Training module 2 was carried out according to the timetable 27 - 29.09.2023 in Tampere Finland.The second training course will focus on practical method training of trauma-sensitive group intervention implementation. During this training course, the participants were trained through “simulation” which means that they experienced the complete working model as the end-users will when implementing it in practice.

The training followed the 10-session group model for stabilisation:

Session 1: Trauma and Trust
Session 2: Traumatisation and Safety
Session 3: Regulation of Arousal
Session 4: Complex Trauma and Interaction
Session 5: Self-Harming Behaviour and Balance
Session 6: Violence and Boundaries
Session 7: Emotions
Session 8: Thoughts and Self-updating
Session 9: Strengths and Resources
Session 10: Closure

Training module 3 - Dialogic and reflective training module

The 3rd and last Training Module of the TRUST project was held online 17 and 18.6.2024 with participants from all partner organisations.

Once the pilot projects (included in WP3) in each partner country had been carried out between December 2023 - May 2024, this dialogic and reflective training module was organised according to the project’s timetable.

The group facilitators from each partner shared their own experiences and presented their pilot projects in detail. We had discussions concerning obstacles and challenges whilerunning the pilots and it became clear that further actions are needed and therefore we started to plan a new Erasmus+ project proposal in order to tackle the issues which occurred in this project.