A trauma-informed court recognizes the pervasive impacts of trauma on individuals, especially vulnerable populations like children. It fosters safety, trustworthiness, and empowerment through empathetic policies, procedures, and interactions. Judges, attorneys, and court personnel adapt practices to address underlying trauma, supporting healing, minimizing re-traumatization, and promoting accountability during the legal process.
The connection between trauma-informed practices and procedural fairness is profound. By adhering to the principles of procedural fairness, courts can create an environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and supported. Judges must recognize that trauma is often invisible and can affect how litigants engage with the legal system. People with trauma histories may react by
The Justice Speakers Institute Continues Outreach with Training on Trauma-Informed Courts in Jamaica
The Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), as part of its ongoing mission to be a global leader in judicial education and to promote justice and the rule of law worldwide, proudly featured JSI Associate Judge Gayle Williams-Byers (Ret.) as a keynote presenter on Trauma-Informed Courts at the 2024 Child Justice Guidelines Training Seminar for Parish Court
