This session is hosted by FamilyWise Services, sponsored by 80x3, an initiative of Greater Twin Cities United Way, and facilitated by leaders in the early childhood education field and FamilyWise Services staff.

Join us for this Understanding NEAR Science*: Building Self-Healing Communities presentation to learn how childhood adversity impacts our lives, the lives of our children, and the health of our communities. This presentation represents a paradigm shift in human understanding of individual and societal health and well-being. This presentation highlights key findings from the fields of neurobiology, epigenetics, epidemiology, and resilience research, demonstrating the impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on health and well-being and offering strategies to build resilience.

The goal of this presentation is to build a common language and understanding about NEAR Science as a starting point. All are welcome, and we encourage diverse cultural and identity groups to attend this presentation. Each of us hold wisdom to create healthier communities, and attendees are encouraged to think about how this information can be applied within their own family, work life, and community.

Participants will receive 2 hours of training in KCF IX on their Develop Learning Record.

*NEAR Science stands for Neurobiology, Epigenetics, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Resilience research.

Understanding NEAR Science: Building Self-Healing Communities Presentation