Signs of Safety across the globe: How does it work?

International interest in the Signs of Safety approach to child protection work has grown exponentially over the past several years resulting in sustained implementations in over 200 jurisdictions world-wide with 50 licensed... [ view full abstract ]

International interest in the Signs of Safety approach to child protection work has grown exponentially over the past several years resulting in sustained implementations in over 200 jurisdictions world-wide with 50 licensed trainers and consultants leading and training across the globe. A successful and sustained implementation of an organizational shift such as this requires not only ongoing training and coaching but also a commitment to go this journey. Implementation is not just an individual endeavour, it requires a cultural shift of the entire organization and the support of the highest level of executives but it all begins with a simple understanding of the complex nature of child protection and the need for change. Change in child protection systems is never easy though we've been attempting it for decades without much success; families continue to report their dissatisfaction and workers continue to burn out and leave the field. It's tough work there's no doubt about that! But there's also no doubt that change is imperative! We have been making decisions about children that have had lasting effects on their lives, it is time we came to truly understand how to make decisions based on the safety contained within a family unit. This workshop will take participants through the ground-level theory behind the model and a quick overview of some of the many tools utilized within the Signs of Safety practice approach. Participants will leave with a better understanding of what Signs of Safety is and a strong desire to make this shift within their own organizations wherever they may be.