Trauma-Informed: Applying the Science in the Interview Room

In this session, you will learn what a trauma-informed interviewing approach means and the practicalities of implementing such an approach.  We will explore how trauma-informed interview techniques help us obtain more accurate information with better details, while also ensuring a safe environment for the interviewee.  We will discuss how the techniques play out in actual interviews, how you might reframe questions and approach, and how you can challenge your own biases and preconceived notions as you navigate the interview.  Finally, we will spend time discussing credibility assessments and findings using a trauma-informed lens. 

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

1. Generate and ask trauma-informed questions
2. Create a safe environment for interviewees
3. Build trust with interviewees while maintaining your role as a neutral investigator
4. Identify how (and if) trauma-informed considerations play out in your Investigative Report

Disclaimer: The contents of this webinar and the positions taken are those of the presenter only, may be time sensitive, and are not warranted, endorsed or otherwise recommended by AWI and are not intended to provide legal advice. 

Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel your webinar registration and do so on or before Monday, March 15, your webinar registration fee will be refunded. To cancel your registration, email Julia Renner at juliar@awi.org. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after Monday, March 15.