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It was great to see new and familiar faces at this month's meeting, including those who participated via Zoom! Attached are the meeting minutes and handouts. Hope to see you all at our next meeting on May 3rd!

Tickets now available for the 2019 Beyond Paper Tigers Trauma-Informed Care Conference The 2019 Beyond Paper Tigers Trauma-Informed Care Conference on June 26 & 27, 2019 will revolve around the theme, “Building Resilience Across the Life Span,” with Pre-Conference Trainings, Social/Networking event, and film screenings beginning on Tuesday June 25, 2019. The conference will be held at the Red Lion Hotel in Pasco, WA. Early bird conference ticket pricing is being offered until March 15,...

At the Echo conference in Los Angeles on March 18 & 19, 2019 we will be showcasing many new and traditional ways to use the body to reverse the impact of trauma. One of these ways is Havening. During her workshop, Dr. Kate Truitt will explain how stressful events impact brain functioning and how the Havening Techniques harness the power of neuroplasticity to create sustainable healing. Her workshop will cover: Fundamentals of the Havening Techniques Key areas for fast and effective...

Hi Everyone -- This is an awesome social media challenge for youth leaders, transition-age youth (TAY), college students, families, resident leaders, peer support partners, intergenerational programs, educators, or anyone who has something to share about the positive #PowerOfYouth. Please share widely! #PowerOfYouth Challenge Southwest Sweepstakes (March 1-5, 2019) America’s Promise Alliance is hosting an online giveaway of roundtrip air travel on Southwest to drive attention and energy to...

Please join us! Your voice is important in guiding the resilience-building movement across the lifespan in our region. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/933166659 Call mobile (646)558 8656 Meeting ID: 933 166 65 I. Welcome - Introductions (Name and Organization) II. Mindfulness Activity: Share one resilience-building tool/skill you’re practicing III. The CA Endowment Grant: Collaboration Opportunities with SD-TIGT a. Invitation to join Ad-Hoc on Film Series (e.g. Paper Tigers and...

From: Judi Holder [ Judi.Holder@riinternational.com ] Registration is NOW OPEN! 2019 San Diego County Wellness & Recovery Summit Click HERE to register Cost Free Date and Time Wed, March 20, 2019 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM PDT Add to Calendar Location Marina Village Conference Center - Seaside Room 1936 Quivira Way San Diego, CA 92109 View Map The speakers, presentations and success stories will all center around the concepts of advocacy on a personal and/or system level. About this Event San...

It's been over a month since the Violence Against Women Act expired at the start of the government shutdown. Congress failed to renew the act after voting for short-term extensions in the months prior to its expiration, and many programs and shelters that address dating violence and sexual abuse are still without funding. Now, according to Rebecca Palmer, chief program officer of the Community Resource Center, a non-profit in the North County area of San Diego that serves domestic violence...

From: Terra Marroquin, Family Violence Prevention Specialist, San Diego County District Attorney's Office Enclosed is an application for the XC Grant funded Victim Housing program, operated by South Bay Community Services (SBCS). It’s a simple three-page application that staff at your organization can complete with the client and fax or email to SBCS. No crime report is required. The survivor must have experienced victimization within the past 12 months to qualify. This housing program for...

Go to Resources Section for agency's Trauma-Informed Journeys https://www.acesconnection.com/g/san-diego-county-aces-connection-group/clips

Troubling Data on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Youth in California January 8, 2019 The Kidsdata Issue Brief: Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Youth in California highlights findings from our latest data release on youth in schools. Disparities among youth based on sexual orientation are startling. Across many indicators of health and well being, lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) youth in California reported negative behaviors and consequences at about twice the rate of straight youth. Alcohol and drug...

Happy New Year! Thanks to those who were able to attend our January meeting! It was great to see both familiar and new faces! Hope to see you all in March! Meeting minutes and handouts are attached.