Trauma in the Security Sector: Impacts & Responses

"Inside every uniform is a human being" - a fact that is sometimes overlooked when we think about how to catalyze and sustain major changes in the security sector. Trauma is an ever present occupational risk for security institutions and the communities they serve, affecting not only individuals but also relationships and organizational culture. As discussed with colleagues in this 2-part podcast, trauma-informed approaches to providing security and supporting reforms are essential to prevent and transcend cycles of violence and conflict.