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This session focuses on the impact of childhood trauma and its implications across the course of a person’slife. The session will be interactive and will include small and large group dialog, reflection and time for questions and answers. Come ready to actively participate and engage with others as we delve into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and generational trauma.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic biological foundation of ACEs
- Be able to explain key elements of the ACE score (i.e., dose response, highly inter-related)
- Be able to identify 3 core protective systems
- Identify personal steps
Trainer
Dave Ellis is the founding executive director of the New Jersey Office of Resilience, where he shares his expertise with the State of New Jersey and coordinates statewide efforts to prevent, protect against and heal from the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). He is a national leader in providing trainings and facilitating conversations on the lasting impacts of ACEs and generational trauma. Ellis is a lead trainer and facilitator on ACEs with the New Jersey Education Association and facilitates community dialogs and public-private partnerships to promote well-being across Minneapolis.