West40 December 2024 Family Engagement Network Meeting

This network is for professionals (School Personnel and Various Community based organizations) doing student and family engagement.

When: Friday, December 6th

Topic: Trauma and Growth

Trauma is understood as an emotional memory trapped in the body as a result of being exposed to one or more traumatic events.  Traditionally, it has been understood as a reality having only negative consequences and affecting only individuals.  Recent developments are emphasizing the impact individual trauma may have on families and communities at large, even from one generation to another.  Also, new research is showing how the experience of trauma may facilitate the development of unique positive characteristics which go beyond resilience.  This presentation will offer a brief yet comprehensive view on the concept of trauma, the different kinds of trauma, and its possible consequences.  Particular attention will be given to community trauma and the growth which might result as a result of the exposure to traumatic events.

Presenter: Mauricio Cifuentes, from Cicero Family Services

Type of meeting:  Hybrid 

Time: For In-Person Participants- Networking from 9:00AM -9:30AM, Presentation begins at 9:30AM

For Zoom- the Presentation begins at 9:30AM

*All registered participants will be entered in our raffle. Must be present (online or via Zoom) to win. 

Location Notes: Please use entrance 8N, located on the North side of the building, along the 290 and Bataan Dr. You will need to ring the bell for entry, then proceed to the second floor using the stairs or the elevator.

***On the day of the meeting, if you have any questions,  please call or text at 708-990-7975

Zoom Meeting Info (We use the same link every month)
Zoom Meeting Link- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8233...

Meeting ID: 823 3297 7802
Passcode: community

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