Trauma 101: Exploring Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resilience

Trauma 101: Exploring Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resilience

“Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence.” -Peter A. Levine

By BraveBe Child Advocacy Center

Date and time

Monday, May 5 · 5:30 - 7:30pm CDT

Location

Child Advocacy Center

5025 Garland Street Lincoln, NE 68504

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Building Resilience

Description: This training provides a comprehensive exploration of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), examining their impact on individuals and communities. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the various types of ACEs, their prevalence, and the potential long-term consequences, and learn strategies to promote resilience and prevent trauma. The training emphasizes the importance of self-care for professionals working with individuals affected by ACEs.

Key Topics:

  • Understanding ACEs and their prevalence
  • Neurobiological and psychological effects of ACEs
  • Risk and protective factors
  • Resilience-building strategies
  • Trauma prevention techniques
  • Self-care for professionals

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for mental health professionals, social workers, educators, healthcare providers, and anyone working with individuals who have experienced trauma.

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a deeper understanding of ACEs and their impact
  • Learn about risk and protective factors related to ACEs
  • Acquire practical strategies for building resilience and preventing trauma
  • Understand the importance of self-care for professionals

Format: The training will be delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, group discussions, and interactive activities.

Takeaway: Participants will leave the training with a comprehensive understanding of ACEs and trauma, as well as practical strategies for promoting resilience and practicing self-care in their professional roles.

Organized by

BraveBe Child Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing a safe, child friendly location to conducting forensic interviews and medical evaluations for children in Southeast Nebraska who have experienced child abuse or neglect. BraveBe also provides a variety supportive services to children, families and the community including child advocacy, prevention training and special events.