The postponed recognition of the Nain Crises Response Team [CRT] took place last evening at the school gym.

Fran was one of the recipients, she brought home a paper certificate and as usual was very humble.

The following are my thoughts on the issue: I mention the 'paper certificate' as there were two types given out.

The volunteers who do not work for the NG department of health and are members of the CRT on there own time received the paper certificates.

The staff of the NG who are on the [CRT] received plaques.

Before leaving the event Fran was informed that on review of the CRT files it was discovered that Fran and two other fully volunteer people have been on the CRT since it's inception.

In recognition of this feat the three people will be receiving plaques in the near future, just like the paid staff.

So after that little critique; NG department of health are holding workshops this week –understanding and coping with trauma and addictions.

This is a positive move, particularly for people involved with the CRT and others working with youth, elders, justice system etc.

One thing I have noticed over the years; there has not been any way for Fran and others to unburden or de brief. This is particularly needed IMO especially after a series of tragedies.

NG dept of health receive time off and some de briefing but not volunteers. So these work shops are a start in addressing this issue.

It will also help the CRT understanding the different types of trauma particularly internationalization trauma, seems an awful lot of that in these parts.