Three "Sets" of Assertive Engagement
Assertive Engagement also incorporates concepts around trauma-informed care, harm reduction, anti-oppression, and unconditional positive regard.
Heart Set = How we feel about and how we treat the people we work with
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Addressing our own biases and judgments
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Understanding our own trauma
Mindset = How we think about the people we work with
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Approaching people as inherently capable
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Identifying cultural strengths
Skill Set = How we do our work
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Adjusting our skills to be culturally responsive
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Assertive Engagement Handout (191.87 KB)