Te Whare Whakaruruhau: Trauma Informed Practice

If you are new to Trauma-Informed Practice (TIP) in education, or even a seasoned professional, the idea of creating safe, connected and relational spaces is the foundation to academic and behavioural success for all ākonga, not just those impacted by trauma. What is important to consider? Firstly, delving into relevant TIP research is most useful. What the research highlights is that a relational, compassionate and safe approach is essential, even when ākonga behaviour is challenging (Howard, 2