Evidence-based, trauma-informed preventative practices that support the wellbeing of trauma-affected students and the educators that work with them.

The Benefits of the Black Butterfly Model

  • Focuses on prevention practices rather than relying solely on reactive strategies
  • Simultaneously supports trauma-affected students and the educators that work with them
  • Results in better overall wellbeing of students and teachers
  • Improved curriculum engagement and academic outcomes of students
  • Reduces problematic student behaviour
  • Builds teacher capacity so that they can effectively respond to trauma-affected students whilst concurrently safeguarding their own wellbeing
  • Increased knowledge of trauma-informed teaching and learning
  • Creates safer classroom environments where students are able to effectively learn