Silent Healing; Navigating Through Trauma

Workshop Description:
Join us for a workshop tailored for interpreters engaged in or interested in the field of trauma. We’ll explore the history of trauma and its profound impact on both survivors and interpreters. This workshop will equip you with essential tools and present thought-provoking ethical scenarios, allowing you to navigate real-life situations effectively. Dive into this specialized area of interpreting with us!

Educational Objectives:
Interpreters will be able to;

1. Trace the historical evolution of trauma understanding in psychology and society.

2. Understand the impact of cultural factors on the experience and expression of trauma.

3. Discuss case studies and ethical dilemmas specific to trauma interpretation.

4. Recognize the importance of self-care for professionals working in trauma contexts.

5. Define trauma and understand its various forms.

Presenter Bios:
Heidi Rich -
Heidi graduated from William Woods University with a Bachelors of Science in English to ASL Interpretation and owns SFC Interpreting. She worked as a freelance interpreter for 20 years in a variety of settings such as legal, medical, mental health, vocational, VRI, educational, political and theatrical. She joined DeafLEAD in 2020 as a Master Trauma Interpreter and presents workshops on a National level. Heidi is married to Justin Rich and together they have 8 children. Needless to say, she has experience working with natural disaster and trauma.

Corinne Liedtke -
Corinne is a Kansas City, Missouri native currently living in Columbia, Missouri. She earned an A.S. degree in Sign Language Interpreting from MWCC and holds an Advanced MICS certification. With extensive experience in many interpreting arenas including VRS, theatre, medical, educational, and mental health, she followed her passion for victim services when she was hired at DeafLEAD in 2019 as a Crisis Interpreter/Advocate. In her 23rd year as an ASL Interpreter, she is grateful every day for the privilege of working with the Deaf Community. On the personal side, Corinne is married to her high school sweetheart (who is also an interpreter) and lives with her furbabies Winston, Danny and Mimsy.

Disclaimer:
Should you require any accommodations, please contact us at kayla@signlanguagestudiosllc.com. This event upholds nondiscriminatory practices and encourages a learning environment of mutual respect and free from bias. Sign Language Studios is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This program will offer 0.35 PPO CEUs, at the SOME Content Knowledge Level.
For a full refund, cancel registration by March 20, 2025.

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