When Survivors’ Signals Are Misread

Expert Amy Fleischauer joins us to discuss how trauma-informed practitioners can apply consistent, transparent communication strategies to build trust, improve accuracy in assessment, and reduce the risk of retraumatization. This episode includes a discussion of how trauma can shape how survivors communicate, including causing them to respond in seemingly incongruous ways, such as laughter, silence, anger, or withdrawal from prosecutorial proceedings. Amy also discusses core competencies in understanding trauma that are crucial for prosecutors to build successful and meaningful relationships with victims. For information on working with experts in human trafficking cases, click here. This podcast discusses the violent crime of human trafficking and related crimes of sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking. If you need support, please call: The National Domestic Violence Hotline, RAINN, and The Human Trafficking Hotline.If you'd like more info about AEquitas visit: https://aequitasresource.org or email us at: [email protected]. Follow AEquitas on Instagram @aequitas_resource