Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Methodologies

Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Methodologies

When: Friday 22nd November 1-2pm 

Where: Level 7, Room 15 - VU's City campus, 370 Little Lonsdale Street

Join us to explore the intersection of trauma-informed care and culturally responsive methodologies. We hope to offer you a means to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application through the lens of trauma-informed practices within educational settings.

Learn how to create inclusive and supportive environments for individuals from diverse backgrounds. The conversation will examine the practical aspects of implementing trauma-informed strategies in schools, such as staff training, curriculum adjustments, and the creation of inclusive policies that recognize and address the specific needs of immigrant populations.

Speakers

Dr. Brett Elizabeth Blake

Dr. Brett Elizabeth Blake is a jointly appointed Professor in TESOL and Literacy and Senior Research Fellow at the Vincentian Center for Social Justice and Poverty, where she focuses on integrating literacy and education to address social justice and equity. Her teaching interests span English as a New Language, urban education, literacy, and research methodologies. Dr. Blake's research delves into writing across the curriculum, applied sociolinguistics, urban and adolescent education, and both first and second language acquisition. She is particularly dedicated to leveraging literacy as a tool to achieve social justice among diverse learners, with a special emphasis on marginalized groups. She has several articles and books on building equity and access through literacy development. Notably, Dr. Blake has also worked in refugee camps in Paris and in J*il classrooms in New York, providing crucial support in adolescent education literacy, which has deeply informed her approach to educational equity and advocacy.

Dr. Jordan González

Dr. Jordan González is a dedicated researcher, educator, and advocate in the field of bilingual education with several articles published and two books on the topic in press. His journey began in Madrid, Spain, where he taught English as a Foreign Language. Fueled by a passion for multilingual education, he taught English as a New Language (ENL) and Spanish for Heritage Speakers in New York City public schools. He then ascended to Director of Language Acquisition for Yonkers Public Schools, overseeing bilingual, ENL, and world language programs across forty schools, and enhancing educational leadership among principals, teachers, and families. Currently, Dr. González is an Assistant Professor of Bilingual Education and TESOL at St. John’s University, where he equips future educators to effectively teach English learners. His research focuses on trauma-informed practices for English learners and refugees, culturally responsive pedagogies, and second language writing. Additionally, Dr. González holds leadership roles within the New York Association for Bilingual Education (NYSABE) and in the New York State Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (RBERN).

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