Our Training Offer
We deliver a variety of training to government agencies, police, health professionals, employers, schools and our member agencies to promote sensitive and informed responses to survivors. Our training is underpinned by a wealth of knowledge that comes from decades of experience working across the sexual violence and abuse sector. All our trainers have a wealth of experience delivering trauma-informed training within a safe, inclusive and professional setting.
Our training is co-developed with survivors and people with lived experience to ensure survivors’ voices are represented in everything we do.
We offer online training via MS Teams and Zoom, or can accommodate face-to-face training according to your preference and availability.
Any training is available as bespoke sessions tailored to your organisation’s needs.
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📧Email training@thesurvivorstrust.org for more information, to discuss bespoke options or to book your place.
Specialist ISVA Training
We offer UK’s only accredited Level 4 ISVA Diploma—the highest qualification for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers. Our specialist programmes for ISVAs, ChISVAs, and Service Managers are built on national standards and a survivor-focused ethos.
For frontline professionals
Discover workshops for professionals, students, and anyone supporting people affected by sexual violence or abuse, in three key areas: Trauma-informed, survivor-centred practice, Safeguarding and legal and ethical compliance, and multi-agency collaboration.
For workplaces and corporate teams
A safe, respectful workplace is both a legal duty and a moral responsibility. Our trainings help companies prevent and respond to sexual harassment, support employee wellbeing, and build a trauma-informed culture, aligned with the Worker Protection Act 2023.
For Higher Education Professionals
Equips university and college staff with trauma-informed advocacy skills to support survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse. You’ll learn to handle disclosures, signpost to support, and navigate criminal justice processes.
For Healthcare Professionals #CheckWithMeFirst
We help healthcare professionals to provide trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual violence and abuse. Learn practical steps to empower patients, reduce missed appointments, manage vicarious trauma, and improve healthcare outcomes.