Greater Richmond TICN

What is the GRTICN?

The Greater Richmond TICN was formed in the fall of 2012 and is currently comprised of over 400 individuals representing healthcare, education, legal and courts, social services, and other sectors throughout the Greater Richmond region. More than 170 different organizations have been involved in the network. The GRTICN aims to build a more equitable, safe, trauma-informed, and resilient community by informing, supporting, and elevating the Greater Richmond (VA) region. GRTICN’s mission is driven by the following priorities: preventing and mitigating the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs); advancing trauma-informed practice and policies; and advocating for trauma-informed system change.

We believe in:

A Whole-Community Approach: We consider environmental, cultural, and societal factors in order to serve all community members with compassion, humility, and respect.

A Trauma-informed Lens: We cultivate emotional, psychological, and physical safety for all community members through education, advocacy, and support.

Social Justice & Equity: We celebrate difference, acknowledge racism and other forms of systemic and historical oppression, and operate through an equity lens.

Inclusive Membership: We foster diversity and inclusion as we co-create a network that is inviting and safe for everyone and where everyone’s voice can be heard.

Cross-Sector Collaboration: We honor partnerships and collaborations with community members and organizations across all systems and sectors.

Growth & Innovation: We strive to identify and remain adaptive to the needs of the community.

Who leads the GRTICN?

Greater Richmond SCAN leads and convenes network members on a regular basis to implement trauma-informed practices throughout the Greater Richmond area. The GRTICN is coordinated by Lucy Rimington, Community Programs Director, with support from additional SCAN staff.

How do I get involved?

If you’re in the Greater Richmond region and interested in joining the GRTICN, contact Lucy Rimington at lrimington@grscan.com. You can also join the next GRTICN Orientation on July 23, 2025, 12:00pm-1:00pm. Register on Zoom here.

Outside of the Greater Richmond region? If you’re interested in starting your own TICN or learning more about TICNs in your area, please contact Charlotte Eure at ceure@grscan.com.

Want to Learn More?

GRTICN One-Pager | GRTICN Committees | Reports | GRTICN Orientation

Highlights from the GRTICN

Creating a Shared Language of Resilience

Having a better understanding of trauma can change how we see ourselves and how we interact with one another, with transformational effects that ripple out through the broader community. As part of our ongoing efforts to encourage the cultural shift toward resilience, Greater Richmond SCAN and the Greater Richmond TICN offer free educational trainings and film screenings.

Trauma-Informed Health Systems Collaborative

In 2017, with consultation and guidance from Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) and the Greater Richmond Trauma-Informed Community Network (GRTICN), an ongoing collaborative effort began to embed trauma-informed practices into the region’s health systems.

Black History Virtual Library

Explore a Virtual Library created by Trauma-Informed Education Specialist Amy Johnson. Once you open the library, you can click on the books and other pictures throughout the room for readings, videos, a museum tour, and more!

The Richmond Police Department's Road to Resilience

The Richmond Police Department’s Road to Resilience (RPD R2R) Project is a prevention effort that is dedicated to educating and supporting law enforcement officers in Richmond, Virginia. RPD R2R is led by sworn officers, a civilian employee and a community partner from Greater Richmond SCAN.

Thank you to the following funders for their support of the Greater Richmond TICN:

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