Community benefits as workers gain trauma expertise

Nikki Orcher was presented with the Chris Burke Memorial Award which recognises a person who is a strong advocate for children. Photo: Brewarrina Aboriginal Child and Family Centre

Story: Kristin Murdockkmurdock@outbackradio.com.au

Two Brewarrina wellbeing workers have taken their skills to the next level, completing advanced specialist trauma counselling qualifications that will strengthen support for local families facing trauma and family violence.

Isabel “Nikki” Orcher and Alex Wedlock, Family Wellbeing Violence Prevention Workers with the Brewarrina Aboriginal Child and Family Centre, graduated last week with an Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal Specialist Trauma Counselling.

The qualification is designed to equip workers with specialised skills to support individuals, children and families experiencing trauma and complex life challenges.

Brewarrina ACFC Chief Executive Officer Danielle Boney said the achievement would strengthen the support available to local families and communities. […]

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