The Resilience Institute for Strength and Empowerment (RISE) at Florida State University is a global leader in transforming trauma-organized systems and structures within organizations. Our evidence-based approach helps organizations understand how trauma shapes their culture, operations, and effectiveness. Through comprehensive certification programs and research initiatives, we guide organizations in developing trauma-aware practices and resilient responses to challenges. Our innovative methodology supports organizations in creating sustainable change that addresses both individual and collective trauma. RISE helps build environments where staff and clients can thrive while achieving meaningful impact in their work.
Offerings
The Resilience Institute for Strength and Empowerment (RISE) at Florida State University offers three transformative programs to help organizations create trauma-informed, healing-centered environments.
Our flagship STAR (Strength through Trauma Awareness & Resilience) certification program equips organizations to recognize and address trauma's impact while enhancing both client services and team dynamics.
For organizations seeking to build stronger workplace cultures, our Connect First program provides comprehensive training in empathy, conflict resolution, and nonviolent communication, creating psychologically safe environments where teams can begin to thrive.
Organizations that achieve STAR certification gain access to our Healing-Centered Collaborative, a sustained partnership that provides ongoing assessments, professional development, and support to ensure lasting transformation. Through these evidence-based programs, RISE empowers organizations to move from trauma-unaware to healing-centered, fostering resilience and well-being at every level.
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