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Trauma 101: The Impact of Childhood Trauma

Thursday, April 16, 2026
12:00 pm1:00 pm

Step into the world of trauma-informed care with this foundational training designed to deepen your understanding of how early traumatic experiences shape brain development, behavior, and long-term well-being. We’ll unpack the differences between acute and complex trauma, examine the powerful findings of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study, and explore its influence on trauma-sensitive practices.

Our impact this year has changed our community!

  • Children Served in FY25

    9,907

  • Volunteer Hours in FY25

    128,849

  • Volunteer Advocates in FY25

    3,057

  • Number of New Children Served in FY25

    2,893

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

  • National CASA
    National CASA
  • Illinois DCFS
    Illinois DCFS
  • The Office of Illinois Courts
    The Office of Illinois Courts
  • Illinois Attorney General
    Illinois Attorney General
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