A second plan is being developed to embed trauma-informed practice across Renfrewshire Council and its partner organisations.
Almost 100 senior leaders have completed self-assessment sessions examining how leadership can respond to people affected by trauma.
Nine corporate policies have also been reviewed.
The work was outlined during the Fairer Renfrewshire Sub-committee meeting held online on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.
Policies examined include those covering equality, diversity and inclusion and respect at work.
Reviews considered whether the language used was clear and avoided stigma, whether processes caused unnecessary stress and whether people faced barriers when seeking support.
Workplace wellbeing assessments have also been developed in Renfrewshire.
These allow employees to identify concerns involving privacy, accessibility, sensory pressures and psychological safety.
The approach has moved beyond its pilot stage and is now being used in other council workplaces.
It is due to feature in a national learning report and will be presented at a national event.
Nicola Canavan, who has been leading the programme, said: “We are no longer just talking about what trauma-informed practise means—we are increasingly putting it into action.”
Council officers, Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership staff, partner organisations and members of the Fairer Renfrewshire Panel will help shape the second plan.
It will be considered by the council’s Leadership Board before final approval.