This semester, we are pleased to continue our short sessions featuring the Principles of Trauma-Informed teaching. Offered on Teams throughout the year, these twenty-minutes sessions focus on one principle of Trauma-Informed Teaching. These principles act as a guide for post-secondary educators, encouraging us to consider the various ways our teaching can foster supportive environments for students and faculty alike.

The sessions are purposefully condensed to fit into a midday break: a 20-minute presentation and discussion, with time available afterwards for those who want to linger a bit longer. 

Last semester, we explored the first four principles of trauma-informed teaching, and this semester we will explore the last three. The principles of trauma-informed teaching are:

• safety
• trustworthiness and transparency,
• support and connection,
• collaboration and mutuality,
• empowerment, voice and choice,
• equity, diversity and inclusion,
• resilience, growth and change.

Registration and more information can be found here:

Choice
Explore how offering meaningful choice in learning can empower students, support autonomy, and foster a sense of control within trauma-informed classrooms.

Equity
Learn how trauma-informed teaching through an equity lens helps create inclusive learning environments that recognize diverse experiences and reduce systemic barriers.

Resilience
Discover how trauma-informed practices can nurture resilience, growth, and adaptability in both students and educators.

If you’re unable to attend these sessions, but are interested in learning more about trauma-informed teaching, please contact learnsupport@viu.ca to schedule individualized or program-wide support with a Curriculum, Teaching and Learning Specialist.