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Eva van Emden
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Eva has been a member of the British Columbia branch since November 2009. Currently, Eva holds the position of webmaster for the branch. Eva served on the BC branch executive as professional development co-chair, 2011–2013. During that time, she worked with two other executive members to bring the branch’s executive handbook up to date. Eva

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Working with survivors of trauma requires sensitivity and understanding. As an editor guiding authors through their trauma-laden writing, it’s important to create a safe and supportive environment and to lead with compassion. Our May 7 webinar with Meghan Fandrich draws from firsthand experience and trauma-informed principles to help editors understand the personal impacts of trauma and learn how to foster trust, minimize harm and amplify survivors’ voices without retraumatization. Register now: webinars.editors.ca (link in bio) 

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Working with survivors of trauma requires sensitivity and understanding. As an editor guiding authors through their trauma-laden writing, it’s important to create a safe and supportive environment and to lead with compassion. Our May 7 webinar with Meghan Fandrich draws from firsthand experience and trauma-informed principles to help editors understand the personal impacts of trauma and learn how to foster trust, minimize harm and amplify survivors’ voices without retraumatization. Register now: https://webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_webinar/safe-and-sensitive-practices-for-working-with-trauma-survivors/ Member price: $42 / Non-member price: $70 (Image copyright: megaphone by liravega258 © 123RF.com, laptop/notebook by yupiramos © 123RF.com) #Editing #ProfessionalDevelopment #EditorsCanada

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