Category: Facilitation in the faith sector
Subcategory: Training Manuals and materials
Abstract
The toolkit is a valuable asset for churches seeking to create a safe and supportive environment for survivors, and offers practical guidance and expert advice to empower them to do so:
Initial Response: Provides guidance on how to respond with sensitivity and care in the first hours and days after an abuse has been reported, ensuring that survivors feel heard, believed, and supported.
Counselling and Support: Offers expert advice on how to provide counseling and support to survivors, including the importance of trauma-informed care and creating a safe space for survivors to share their experiences.
Safeguarding: Examines the critical role of churches in preventing and responding to sexual harm, including policies and procedures for reporting and investigating allegations, ensuring that survivors feel protected and empowered.
Systemic Change: Discusses the need for churches to address systemic issues and promote cultural change, including the importance of listening to survivors' voices and amplifying their stories.
Healing and Restoration: Provides guidance on how to support survivors in their healing journey, including the importance of community, restoration, and ongoing care.
The toolkit includes:
Practical Guidance: Offers actionable advice and resources for churches to support survivors of sexual harm.
Real-Life Case Studies: Includes real-life scenarios to illustrate the complexities of supporting survivors of sexual harm.
Expert Contributions: Features contributions from experts in the field of sexual abuse, including psychologists, counsellors, and advocates.
Recommended Resources: Includes a list of recommended resources for further reading and support.