About us
Creating a movement of change amongst Cumbrian professionals
Trauma Informed Cumbria is a not-for-profit partnership that aims to improve organisational responses to trauma across Cumbria.
Our aim is to support the recovery and wellbeing of people affected by trauma, by supporting businesses and public services to develop safe, trauma-informed services.
We do this through training, evidence and best practice – informed by evidence and those with lived experience.
Our partnership is led by The Birchall Trust and Safety Net, two local charities providing therapeutic recovery services for people who have experienced rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and domestic abuse.
Our vision, mission and values
Our vision
Every organisation in Cumbria understands the impact of trauma, and works in a way that supports people’s recovery and wellbeing.
Our mission
To create a movement of change amongst professionals in Cumbria, raising awareness of trauma and improving everyone’s response, through partnership working and sharing best practice.
Our values
1. We listen to improve
2. We value everyone’s experience
3. We collaborate with everyone
4. We empower others
5. We drive change
How we work
Trauma Informed Cumbria is working with One Small Thing to gain a Gold Standard Trauma Responsive Quality Mark. We aim to create a Centre of Excellence for trauma-informed work in Cumbria.
Our training, networking and consultancy follow the 6 principles of trauma-informed practice: safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration.
Practitioners - find out how you can support people better through our network and training.