Murad Code Values and Competency Framework & Assessment Tools
Learn how to use this Framework in conjunction with the Murad Code
Core Values
Commitment and responsibility
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Humility
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Humanity, dignity and empathy
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Composure and balance
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Technical Competencies
Working with people of different genders, abilities and ages
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Trauma awareness and understanding
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Risk recognition
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Informed consent
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Safe communications and interviewing
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Confidentiality and information protection
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Understanding gender, diversity and context
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Sexual violence and stigma sensitisation
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Responsibile use of information
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.
Preparation and planning
keeping a sense of calm and composure when hearing of trauma, suffering and attrocities &endash; to be a grounded companion/enabler as the recounting of trauma and atrocities unfold, being able to keep structure while ensuring the survivor feels in control of how and what they recount, and finding a balance between being supportive and not overpromising or overextending and between commitment/being present and self-care.