Small Talks: A Think Small Speaker Series is Back!
On December 4th, join us at the Wilder Foundation for this in-person session “From Awareness to Action: How Trauma-Informed Care Builds Supportive Environments for Children.”
Come to learn about and discuss:
- Key findings on the impact of trauma and stress on child development
- Specific care efforts and initiatives supporting children and families in Minnesota, and
- Public policies that can help foster healing, resilience, and supportive environments.
Leave with a deeper understanding of trauma-informed practices, actionable strategies to support children and families, and new connections to further your work in building healthy, nurturing communities.
Agenda
8:45 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Breakfast and Networking
9:15 a.m. Welcome & Introductions
Presentations
Audience Questions
10:30 Adjourn
More speakers to be announced soon!
Brandon Jones
Brandon, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health, brings a wealth of expertise in consulting and Mental Health. His focus areas encompass Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Historical and Intergenerational trauma, Social/Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Leadership, and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon’s academic journey boasts a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota, a master’s in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University, and a master’s in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. His distinction as a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow also speaks to his dedication to leadership excellence. His life ethos is encapsulated in the motto: “Live life with Purpose on Purpose”
Angie Clair
With over 20 years of dedicated experience in early childhood education, Angie Clair, serves as the Director of Early Childhood Services at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation. Angie holds a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Concordia University and a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood from Metropolitan State University. Her expertise and commitment to early childhood development has driven impactful programs that create a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-talks-from-awareness-to-action-tickets-1067544427119
