ASTSS provides a forum for extending the understanding,

prevention and treatment of major stress and trauma within

the Australasian region. 

ASTSS has existing relationships with the International Society

for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS), the European Society for

Traumatic Stress Studies (ESTSS) and the African Society for

Traumatic Stress Studies(AfSTSS).  These close, reciprocal

relationships provide the basis for engagement in the world

network of trauma practitioners and researchers.  ASTSS has

representation on the Executive of ISTSS.

ASTSS commits its management and members to:

1. Inclusiveness of all:
 

         disciplines and professions
 

         ethnic origins and cultures
 

         levels of involvement in trauma work, and
 

         trauma interests and research orientations

2. Effective communication with the community and

within the society.

3. A climate of open dialogue on all aspects of trauma

at research and clinical practice levels.