Trauma and Violence Division

Advancing prevention, healing and psychological responses to trauma and violence.

Introduction

The Trauma and Violence Division (TVD) works to reduce violence in society and minimise the psychological harm associated with exposure to potentially traumatic events. The Division brings together research, professional learning and targeted initiatives to strengthen the prevention of violence and responses to traumatic stress within the South African context.

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About the Division

Who we are

The Trauma and Violence Division is a PsySSA community focused on the psychological dimensions of trauma and violence.

The Division promotes research-informed approaches to preventing violence and addressing psychological harm associated with potentially traumatic events. Its work is undertaken in collaboration with other PsySSA structures, professional organisations, government organisations and the wider public.

Division Constitution

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What we do

TVD advances its mission through:

Violence Prevention: Supporting initiatives and knowledge that contribute to the prevention and reduction of violence.
Trauma Research: Advancing and sharing scientific research relevant to trauma, violence and traumatic stress.
Professional Learning: Providing webinars and workshops addressing trauma-related topics and approaches to treatment and management.
Research into Practice: Promoting the appropriate dissemination of research to inform preventative and ameliorative practice.
Member-Informed Activities: Using member interest polls to identify priorities and inform Division offerings.
Community Engagement: Creating opportunities for social responsibility initiatives supporting vulnerable populations.
Professional Information: Sharing information about relevant seminars, conferences, workshops and other learning opportunities.
Public Resources: Developing psychoeducational resources in multiple languages for use by the wider community.

Membership

Why Join This Division

Joining TVD connects members with a professional community focused on trauma, violence prevention and responses to traumatic stress.

Members can access learning opportunities, stay informed about developments and events in the field, contribute to community initiatives, and help shape the Division’s activities through regular opportunities to identify areas of interest and need.

Membership Benefits

Members may benefit from:

Member-Informed Programming: Opportunities to help shape TVD activities through interest polls and member feedback.
Webinars: Access to learning opportunities addressing areas such as complex trauma, developmental trauma and community violence from a socio-political perspective.
Professional Workshops: Workshops advancing knowledge relating to the treatment and management of trauma-related diagnoses, with attention to the South African context.
Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in social responsibility initiatives supporting vulnerable populations in underprivileged communities.
Professional Updates: Information about trauma-related seminars, conferences and workshops offered by external organisations.
Psychoeducational Resources: Access to the Division’s developing collection of resources intended to support professionals and communities.