Trauma-Informed Community Volunteering Training

Join us for a two-part training designed to help volunteers and community members build the skills needed to serve others with greater understanding, confidence, and compassion.

Led by Sarah Butlerwills of Retreat Home, this interactive training explores how trauma impacts behavior and relationships while providing practical tools to:

• Have more effective and compassionate conversations

• Recognize trauma responses and common triggers

• Increase emotional and physical safety for those you serve

• Deepen understanding across differences and life experiences

This training is valuable for anyone who serves their community, especially volunteers, program directors, and faith leaders involved with food banks, soup kitchens, meal programs, domestic abuse support, family separation, unhoused community members, and other community outreach efforts.

Training Dates

• Friday, September 12

• Friday, September 26

Time: 8:45 AM–1:00 PM (training begins promptly at 9:00 AM)

The Circle training is designed as a two-part experience, allowing time between sessions for reflection and integration. Participants are encouraged to attend both sessions to receive the full benefit of the training, though attending both is not required.

Attendance Options

Attend in person or via Zoom webinar. You may choose a different attendance option for each session if needed.

In-person participants receive:

• Morning refreshments and lunch

• Spanish interpretation

• Childcare (when requested)

Remote participants may observe and listen through Zoom in a webinar format, with limited opportunities for interaction.