Trauma Informed Leadership

Most people have experienced trauma - whether interpersonal, systemic or historical. Additionally, we have all recently experienced what experts would term a 'collective trauma' in our involvement with the covid pandemic. No matter our experience of loss or harm through the pandemic, we were all more aware of harm, grief and stress. As we carry these experiences through our lives, we cannot ignore the connection to our work and workplace. Trauma-informed leadership can reframe indications as adaptive responses to harm to create deeper understanding. It can also help leaders understand how to create environments that are attentive to the needs of all workers and those they serve. Ultimately a trauma-informed work environment and approach to work creates the conditions for more productive outcomes, better retention, and a healthier workforce. This session will equip participants with a core understanding of the components of a trauma-informed approach to leadership and will offer interactive engagements to practice those concepts, ultimately translating this theory to practice.   Facilitated by: Leigh-Anne Royster, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Strategy and Education Development  Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | REGISTER HERE

Registrants will receive additional information about the location, including parking, prior to the session. Please contact oie-education@duke.edu if you have any questions or concerns.