Trauma-Informed Language Access & Cultural Mediation for Survivors of Human Trafficking

Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by human trafficking survivors and the ethical and legal responsibilities of interpreters in these sensitive situations. This session will focus on the principles of trauma-informed care, empowering participants with strategies and tools to ensure effective communication.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand human trafficking, the survivor’s journey, and the survivor mindset.
2. Learn principles of trauma-informed care and interviewing based on the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach.
3. Recognize the role of interpreters in providing trauma-informed care.
4. Discover strategies to manage survivor’s and avoid re-traumatization.

Presenter:

Ludmila Golovine: As CEO of MasterWord, Ludmila is deeply committed to combating human trafficking and driving meaningful change on a global scale. She supports initiatives like the UN Global Compact, Texas Business Against Human Trafficking, and UNESCO’s Decade of Indigenous Languages, while advocating for organizations such as the Nomi Network and United Against Human Trafficking Coalition. Her work has earned widespread recognition, including the Congressional Recognition G7 “Excellence in International Service” award and Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year (2023).