Sign up for a training to learn how to use music, movement, drawing, writing, etc. for mental and emotional first aid in your own life and in your community. First Aid Arts is exactly what it sounds like: we use art-based interventions to help survivors of trauma begin the process of recovering from experiences like abuse, violence, or natural disaster. Our trainings and toolkit are informed by ne
urological and psychological research that supports the use of art-based therapies to reduce post-traumatic symptoms. Global:
We offer trainings in the Healing Arts Toolkit program for staff and volunteers at organizations serving trauma survivors. We have been invited to train groups working with survivors of natural disasters, refugees and trafficking victims. Local:
In addition to training local trauma care providers in our Healing Arts Toolkit, we also offer weekly opportunities for local Seattle artists to volunteer with street youth at the YouthCare and New Horizons drop-in centers.
