The main goal of this project is for the student to undertake a literature review and produce a report of literature on trauma-informed methodology. The work will contribute to a project titled "Insights About Trauma-Informed Methodology From Gender-based Violence Researchers who Identify as Survivors." The literature review will contribute to a larger project investigating theory and praxis for trauma-informed methodology that reflects the experiences and needs of survivors of gender-based violence--including researchers. The work will contribute to a gap in the literature pertaining to trauma-informed practices for research, including but not limited to research ethics practices, research design, safety during data collection/interviewing for all involved, data analysis/confidentiality, and sensitivity related to knowledge mobilization.

The student will complete a literature review (primarily within a North American context) and write a report synthesizing findings. The student's research and report should answer the following questions:

• What does the literature say about trauma-informed and anti-oppressive research methodology? (i.e., research design, data collection/interviewing, write-ups, confidentiality/dissemination, etc.)
• What are the current best practices for trauma-informed methodology?
• How is intersectionality attended to in the literature?
• What are the gaps in the literature?
• What kind of resources currently exist to aid researchers who want to implement a trauma-informed approach?

The final report should summarize the articles that have been reviewed, and make connections between them to identify and explain themes.

I will provide initial direction and a background on the overarching study so that the student will be clear about what the objectives of the literature review are. I will be available to meet with the student should there be any challenges during the literature review or report writing stages. I will supervise the student by checking in with them about the progress of the work to make sure they feel the work is on track.