In all honesty, it took some time for me to consider if this was the right time for me to do the NVR Accreditation Module.
Although I sensed that something was more holding me back and I knew for certain in the core of my being, it wasn’t about the timing.
So, if it wasn’t about being the right time, what was it about, what was my barrier in signing up for something that I truly believe in and have a shared passion for with so many others?
I was very aware of the requirement to share a presentation and I soon realised this was one of my barriers and a hurdle I really needed to explore and overcome.
I took the plunge.
Interestingly on initially applying and being told there were no spaces left for me to join, I felt huge disappointment in myself for not grabbing the opportunity and mustering the courage sooner. That reinforced the acknowledgement of my own barriers and just how much I really wanted to partake in the course.
However, it wasn’t long before a space did become available, and I was welcomed to the group.
I am so glad that I did and was given the opportunity! I was equally glad that I had plenty of time to witness others and prepare for my own presentation. This helped me feel a little more confident.
Confidence is another barrier of mine nonetheless stepping out of comfort zones helps build confidence.
I have been part of an incredible group of professionals with varying careers all of which have embarked on the NVR journey and continue to navigate their way through a world of trauma supporting children, adults and other professionals much like me.
I have been greatly impressed with the NVR work that is clearly taking place in so many sectors. It is a beautiful thing and a privilege to be able to listen and reflect individually and as part of a group on the distinct successes that each party has achieved and looks to continue to achieve.
Although NVR is something I incorporate daily into my professional and personal life the presentations and feedback of others over the past few weeks has provided a space for me to revisit and reflect on some of my own practices and how I can perhaps incorporate these reminders or fresh nuggets of information into my own practice when supporting, guiding and caring for the young people and their families.
I feel excited for the future of NVR and all the areas practitioners are tapping into. I almost feel I have been living with a restricted knowledge, blinkered if you will, as to who is doing what in the world of NVR. I guess that is somewhat due to practising within my own life circle and professional environment.
I would like to say a huge thank you to all my fellow participants, whom I have had the pleasure of meeting and interacting with each week, and to PartnershipProjects for the opportunity.
Written by Sue Baitup,
Deputy Home Manager‑Greenside View
NVR Association (NVRA) Accredited Practitioner
Accreditation Module Participant, 2023
