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The Child Trauma Research Centre works to actively shape the world in which we wish to live. The CTRC conducts innovative, strength-based, and trauma-integrated research to develop policies that enhance well-being for children and youth, and the adults in their lives. The CTRC focuses on supporting children, families, and communities to bridge the gap between research and real-world impact. Through multi-disciplinary, cross-sectoral research, the CTRC provides research capabilities to support efforts to address the social determinants and impacts of childhood trauma in Saskatchewan, the Prairies, Canada, and globally. Through research and knowledge sharing best practices, the CTRC aims to reduce the negative long-term health, social, emotional, and economic effects of childhood trauma. It is our motivation to transform the field of child trauma research through strength-based approaches, fostering hope, compassion, and meaningful change.

Research

We conduct ethical, multi-disciplinary, and rational research

We emphasize strength-based, trauma-integrated research aimed at understanding and addressing trauma

We promote positive change to end cycles of trauma

Dissemination

We provide focused, responsive, relevant, and consumable research

We prioritize accessibility, through clear language to engage different audiences

We maximize reach and impact to develop meaningful and collaborative relationships

Advocacy

We advocate for program and policy enhancement 

We work alongside those in vulnerable contexts to promote understandings of childhood trauma 

We translate research and community programs to bridge the gap between research and practice

Community

We build strong connections and partnerships in the communities we serve 

We optimize community engagement by involving community members and stakeholders in our research

We leverage collective resources to ensure best practices in shaping the direction of our research

Click Below To Read Our Annual Report

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