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Strength-Based (Trauma Informed) Leadership Programs (SBTILP) uses an award-winning three (3) step (hierarchical) model to bring positive transformation to children, youth, teens, families, and professionals. Two examples of programs are Teen Leadership and Conflict Resolution Theater. The highly Interactive programs and keynotes have pioneered using evidenced-based practices; the arts (visual, culinary, performing), games, exercises, discussion, writing, sociometry, role-plays and interactive musicals to engage. 

Happy to discuss the compassionate practices, strategies, and program design that brings positive outcomes to community programs leading to positive transformation.

Here is a link to a wonderful letter written about the impact of the Strength-Based (Trauma Informed) Leadership Programs (SBTILP)

When working with individuals from neighborhoods with high levels of violence or chronic stress, it is often easy for educators and professionals to compile a list of what is wrong with youth. Whether it is family disorganization, unstable housing, drug use, a criminal history, or a myriad of other problems, students who walk through the doors of our schools and organizations often have multiple obstacles to their success.

The Hopeworks Youth Healing Team workshop will discuss ACEs and how adverse childhood experiences can affect one's life trajectory. It also covers how to use a trauma-informed framework to change the question from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?” and uses that perspective change to review different ways to engage students with significant trauma histories that have proven to be much more effective than the traditional interventions that may currently be in use.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Describe the impact of ACEs on a person's life trajectory
• Use tools to successful work with individuals who have experienced trauma, including safety plans, self care plans, and "huddle" (Community meeting)

Specifically focused on Child Welfare Professionals and Attorneys, the Center for Excellence in Advocacy (CEA) believes that every child deserves a strong advocate. Though education, professional development, and systemic advocacy we work to improve the outcomes of children and families, especially those involved in the child welfare system, by improving the practice of those who work with them. CEA offers trainings related to child advocacy, trauma and resilience, and advanced advocacy strategies for youth with educational, behavioral health, and medical needs. Continuing Education Units for licensed Social Workers, MFT’s, and LPC’s and Continuing Legal Education for Attorneys