Preparing Professionals to Support Child Witnesses: Inside CCAA’s 10-Module Court Preparation Certificate Program Supporting children through the justice system requires far more than goodwill it demands specialized training, trauma-informed knowledge, and a deep understanding of how courts impact young people. The Canadian Court Preparation and Advocacy Association (CCAA) has been a national leader in this
Why deep breathing plays such an important role.When a child is preparing to go to court, stress often shows up in the body long before the child can put it into words. A racing heart, tight chest, upset stomach, shaky hands, or feeling like they might cry are all common reactions. For many children, these
When Children Have to Go to Court: How Preparation Helps When a child is required to go to court, the experience can feel overwhelming and frightening. Courtrooms are unfamiliar. The language is formal. The emotions involved are often heavy. For a young child, it can be hard to know what to expect or how to
