Navigating Uncertainty and Supporting Our Children Through the COVID-19 Crisis: COVID-19 and the Child’s Experience

The COVID-19 pandemic has touched all of our lives. But, imagine the impact of this uncertain world on the life of a child – a child who has already experienced abuse and neglect and/or other trauma.  Child welfare agency frontline workers, parents/caregivers, educators, and many others involved with critical social safety systems interact with children and must be able to deliver honest, developmentally appropriate, and transparent communication about the COVID-19 crisis, while maintaining awareness of the impact of the child’s previous traumas.

This webinar will explore a child’s perspective of their experience during the pandemic and potential trauma-responses and reactions to the changes experienced. Information presented will include thoughtful, nurturing, and practical ways caregivers can respond to support children and how these responses can increase a child’s resilience..

Duration:  30 minutes