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TIC Physical and Inclusivity Environment Review

Trauma is pervasive in society and among service recipients and the workforce. The physical environment (e.g., parking lot, offices, lobby, outdoor spaces) can retraumatize individuals, affecting their willingness to participate and engage. Thereby, when implementing TIC at an organizational level, it is important to consider how the physical environment can promote or hinder safety and well-being. The physical environment includes anywhere programming occurs including the lobby, offices, parking lot, and even staff home offices. Other aspects of the work environment, including the social or virtual space, can also contribute to how individuals can feel valued and welcomed. This document is a guide to reviewing your spaces for activation and inclusivity. It encourages reflection on how your work environment might influence the six principles of TIC, namely safety, transparency, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural responsivity.

Source: Trauma Informed Oregon

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