Using Trauma-Responsive Approaches in the U.S. Justice System

This webinar offers a roadmap for professionals eager to make meaningful changes within the justice system by embedding trauma-informed practices into everyday interactions and organizational structures.

Attendees will gain an understanding of how early traumatic experiences can disrupt brain development, influencing behaviors that often lead to justice system involvement. This workshop will review the bio/psycho/social impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explore the transformative potential of trauma-informed responses to improve outcomes for affected individuals.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Define trauma and its impact: Articulate the key components of trauma and identify at least three ways it can affect an individual’s brain development and behavior.

2. Recognize signs of trauma: List five common signs of trauma in individuals within the justice system to enhance early identification and support.

3. Understand the connection to ACEs: Explain the significance of the ACEs study and how adverse childhood experiences relate to justice system involvement.

4. Implement trauma-informed strategies: Apply three trauma-informed strategies within their professional context, including practical adaptations for use in policing, courtroom settings, or correctional environments.

5. Promote resilience and healing: Identify two ways to create a supportive environment that fosters resilience in trauma-impacted individuals, contributing to more positive long-term outcomes.

Host or Publisher Beth Tyson