How to do trauma-informed research and evaluation

Abstract

At AIFS’ Child Family Community Australia information exchange (CFCA), we create evidence-based and evidence-informed resources to support practitioners working with children and families. Through our ongoing conversations with the sector, we know that the CFCA audience needs information about trauma-informed approaches to practice and trauma-informed approaches to research and program evaluation.

The related practice guide, Principles for doing trauma-informed research and program evaluation, covers:

This resource is a complementary and more foundational document about what should be done by describing how it can be done. It provides evidence-informed, practical insights for doing trauma-informed research and program and service evaluation in a way that is accessible and safe for participants who may or may not have experienced trauma. It covers:

This resource is intended for:

Reference

MacDonald, J.B., Butler, K., Willoughby, M., Gartoulla, P., & Dobud, W. (2024). How to do trauma-informed research and evaluation (Practice guide). Melbourne: Child Family Community Australia, Australian Institute of Family Studies.