Professionally Leading with Lived Experience
Explore the roots of trauma, the role of mitigation & reentry specialists, and what justice could look like when we center healing.
Date and time
Location
University of Michigan Detroit Center
3663 Woodward Avenue #150 Detroit, MI 48201About this event
- Event lasts 5 hours
- Free venue parking
*Please note that this is a two-part workshop*
This workshop is part of the FREE Saturdays in the D adult learning program offered by the City of Detroit and University of Michigan.
We are thrilled to have Ally Financial as our sponsor for Saturdays in the D, supporting our mission to provide valuable educational opportunities and resources to the community.
Details:
- August 9th and August 16th
- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Luch provided
- U-M Detroit Center, 3663 Woodward Ave #150, Detroit, MI 48201
- 10 possible CLE credits, 4 for each session plus 1 for each networking lunch hour
Description:
Join Alternative Sentencing & Reentry Solutions (ASRS) for a two-part, interactive workshop series designed for attorneys, legal professionals, and justice advocates.
In Session 1, we’ll be joined by former prosecutor turned advocate, Preston Shipp, to explore how trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact youth behavior and justice involvement. You’ll learn how a trauma-informed lens can reshape defense strategies, challenge harmful narratives, and lead to more just outcomes.
In Session 2, hear directly from a panel of individuals with lived experience who were sentenced as youth to juvinile life without parole (JLWOP). Panelists will share their stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. The session will also include hands-on case study practice in small groups—applying trauma-informed and habilitation-based approaches to defense and reentry planning. More information on panelists will be provided via email closer to the date of the event.
Why Attend?
- Understand how trauma shapes youth behavior and legal outcomes
- Learn how to integrate mitigation and reentry supports into defense
- Hear firsthand how early intervention and community-centered support make a difference
- Practice applying trauma-informed defense strategies in real-life scenarios
Who Should Attend? This training is ideal for criminal defense attorneys, public defenders, mitigation specialists, law students, social workers, and others working in or alongside the legal system.
About ASRS:
Mitigation and reentry specialists dedicated to supporting youth and emerging adults in Michigan’s legal system. Our founder’s lived experience informs our trauma-informed approach to sentencing and reintegration.
- Learn more at www.asrs4juveniles.org/
Frequently asked questions
A partnership between the University of Michigan and the city of Detroit, the 2025 Saturdays in the D program provides free access to high-quality learning experiences for youth and adult residents. Saturdays in the D is proudly supported by Ally Financial.
No, this program is entirely free for participants.
No, there are no requirements.
You should bring a laptop or other mobile device.
There is no certificate offered for this workshop.
Yes, parking is available for free at the Orchestra Hall parking deck (81 Parsons Street). Please take a ticket at the gate and bring it with you; the Detroit Center front desk staff can validate your parking for you before you leave