THE ACADEMY IS CELEBRATING ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Please take a moment and follow the instructions below to sign up for the group.
- Read the paragraph in the box below.
- Copy and paste all the information in the box into an email
- Add the name of the provider and day and time of the group in the email where indicated
- Type your name in the email where indicated or provide your first name and last two digits of your social security number. The latter will preserve anonymity. Either of these will serve as your digital signature.
- Email it to the provider leading the group.
The provider in turn will email you a code to the meeting. The Zoom (or similar) platform will be used by a majority of the providers. Utilizing Zoom is a very easy process and can be accessed through a cell phone, tablet or computer. You will be provided with confidentiality when participating in the groups. You will have the option to use the video and audio components of Zoom or just the audio - whatever you prefer. You do not have to provide your name.
THE MISSION OF THE ACADEMY
INCREASE AWARENESS
Increase Awareness of Effects of Traumatic Events and Crisis Situations on Human Functioning
LOOK BEYOND PHYSICAL NEEDS
Enable Professionals to Look Beyond Physical and Safety Needs and also Address Emergent Psychological Needs
ESTABLISH STANDARDS
Improve the Quality of Support and Intervention and Establish Meaningful Standards Among Professionals Across Disciplines
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Provide Information and Training through it’s Educational Resource Center and Premier Speakers Bureau
SUrVIVOR TO THRIVER
Ultimately to Assist Victims to Become Survivors and then Thrivers