Team Connection
What is one benefit of debriefing difficult calls with teammates?
What is : Reduces vicarious trauma, increases learning, and strengthens team trust
Name one hospital in King County with SANE program?
What is Harborview or Overlake Medical Center
Why should advocates avoid asking "Why didn't you leave?"
What is...
It can increase shame and imply blame.
Name one sign a caller may be dysregulated.
What is...
Rapid breathing, silence, dissociation, panic, confusion
True or False: Immigration status alone is a mandated report.
What is...
False.
What does "curiosity over perfection" mean in advocacy practice?
What is... Focusing on learning and growth rather than " right" or flawless
True or False: In Washington State, a survivor must report to police to receive a forensic examination.
What is... False-Survivors can receive exams without police involvement.
What is a trauma- informed alternative to giving direct advice?
What is offering options and reinforcing autonomy?
Define co-regulation?
What is ...
Using your calm nervous system to help regulate another person's nervous system.
What is it called when an abuser threatens deportation to control someone?
What is immigration abuse?
Name one sign that a fellow advocate may need support after a heavy call?
What is... Withdrawal, Irritability, Emotional Numbness, Tearfulness, or Physical Tension
A caller outside of Washington needs confidential support after a sexual assault. Which national hotline can you refer them to?
What is..RAINN?
A caller asks," What would you do?" What is a best- practice response?
What is..."I can't decide for you, but I can walk you through your options and support what feels safest."
What breathing pattern is often used to slow panic?
What is...
Inhale for 4, exhale for 6
What is the first step when a caller expresses fear of deportation?
What is validation?
Why is transparency about confidentiality important early in a call?
What is..it builds trust and allows callers to make informed decisions about what to share.
What is protection orders?
Why is pacing important in trauma-informed phone advocacy?
What is...
Slower pacing helps regulate the nervous system and improves processing
Why might logic-based safety planning not work when a caller is not at baseline?
What is...
the nervous system must regulate before cognitive processing improves.
Why is it important to clarify confidentiality when immigration fears arise?
What is...
Fears of system may prevent disclosure unless safety is clarified.
(Roleplay bonus Round)
Demonstrate how you would invite a teammate to debrief after a hard immigration-related call.
Goal is to present non-judgement, consent, normalization, and emotional check-in
A caller wants therapy, legal advocacy, and court accompaniment what resources would you prioritize?
What is....
US! (KCSARC)
(Roleplay Challenge)
Prompt: Rephrase this statement in a trauma-informed way:
"You need to report immediately."
What is....
"You have the option to report. If you like, I can explain what that process looks like."
(Live demonstration)
Prompt:
Lead a 30s grounding intervention.
Goal: Slow tone, clear instructions, pacing, reassurance
(Roleplay Bonus)
Scenario: You receive a call on the RL, caller mentions they are undocumented and that they were recently assaulted by their employer and fears ICE involvement. Demonstrate the following
Validation,Confidentiality, Legal referral, Autonomy Language
Goal:
Calm tone, immigration- informed language, survivor choice, clear referral.