Why Teachers Need Trauma-Informed Training

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) has implemented a trauma-informed approach to education, which has shown significant positive impact on learners' academic and emotional well-being. Phemelo speaks to Head of Academics at OWLAG, Dumisani Tshabalala who highlights the critical need for teachers to receive trauma-informed training to effectively support learners who have experienced trauma.