05/07/2026
π Applications Are Now Open!
Faith Leaders Crisis & First Responders Academy
CPD-Accredited | Online | Cohort 3
Every day, people in our churches and communities face silent battles, mental health struggles, domestic abuse, trauma, safeguarding concerns, grief, crisis, and emotional distress.
Very often, faith leaders are the first people they turn to for help.
The question is: Are we equipped to respond safely, compassionately, and confidently?
The Faith Leaders Crisis & First Responders Academy, developed by Faith in Action for Healing (FIAFH), has been created to equip faith and community leaders with practical knowledge, safeguarding awareness, and confidence to provide safe first responses while understanding professional boundaries and referral pathways.
Throughout this CPD-accredited academy, participants will explore:
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Safeguarding
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Domestic Abuse Awareness
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Supporting People in Crisis
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Trauma-Informed Practice
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Compassionate Listening & Communication
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Boundaries & Confidentiality
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Referral Pathways
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Leader Wellbeing
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Applying Safeguarding Faithfully
β¦and much more.
Participants will receive:
π Live interactive online teaching
π Participant handouts and workbooks
π Practical case studies
π Knowledge & Competency Check
π CPD Certificate (upon successful completion of the academy requirements)
π Invitation to our Graduation & Commissioning Ceremony
Choose the class that suits you:
π Monday Evening β 8:00 PM (UK Time)
π Thursday Daytime β 11:00 AM (UK Time)
π Saturday Afternoon β 2:00 PM (UK Time)
π» All sessions are delivered live via Zoom.
Whether you are a pastor, minister, church leader, chaplain, charity leader, volunteer, or someone serving your community, this academy is designed to strengthen your ability to respond with wisdom, compassion, and confidence.
π© Applications for Cohort 3 are now open.
Complete the registration form below to secure your place.
Welcome! Every day, people in our churches and communities face silent battles, mental health struggles, domestic abuse, trauma, safeguarding concerns, bereavement, crisis, and sometimes even suicidal thoughts. Often, they turn to their faith leaders before anyone else. The Faith Leaders Crisis & Fi...