Global Certificate Course in Trauma-Informed Program Evaluation
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in program evaluation and the instructor for the new Global Certificate Course in Trauma-Informed Program Evaluation. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this course? GUEST: Sure, the course is designed to help professionals conduct ethical, trauma-informed evaluations of programs serving trauma survivors. It's targeted at evaluators, program managers, and social workers. HOST: That sounds incredibly important. How did you become interested in this area of work? GUEST: I've always been passionate about social justice, and I saw a need for more comprehensive, sensitive evaluation methods in trauma care. I wanted to make a difference in how we assess and improve services for vulnerable populations. HOST: And what are some current trends or challenges in trauma-informed program evaluation? GUEST: There's growing recognition of the importance of cultural sensitivity in evaluation. We need to consider the unique experiences and needs of diverse communities when designing and implementing evaluations. HOST: That's a great point. How does the course address these challenges? GUEST: We devote a significant portion of the course to developing culturally sensitive evaluation designs and incorporating both qualitative and quantitative methods. HOST: I'm curious, what do you see as the future of trauma-informed program evaluation? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see more emphasis on collaboration between service providers, evaluators, and the communities they serve. This will help create more inclusive, effective, and sustainable interventions for trauma survivors. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights and telling us about this exciting new course. To our listeners, be sure to check out the Global Certificate Course in Trauma-Informed Program Evaluation and learn how you can contribute to improving services for trauma survivors worldwide.
