Education Now Tackling Unhealed Trauma in Communities and Schools The latest Education Now features experts discussing how healing-centered engagement can help process unhealed trauma Posted February 7, 2024 By News editor Counseling and Mental Health Disruption and Crises Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Education Policy Education Reform Families and Community Human Development Inequality and Education Gaps Kids growing up in neighborhoods affected by violence often experience persistent traumatic stress which, through no fault of their own, can impact their learning, development, and mental health. In this episode, we explore a social-emotional learning approach that promotes self-esteem and offers a holistic view of recovery for young people of color managing that kind of trauma while also creating positive conditions for academic achievement. Guests:Jayme Banks, deputy chief, Office of Prevention and Intervention, The School District of Philadelphia, PAShawn Ginwright, professor of practice, HGSE and co-founder and CEO of Flourish AgendaKalilah Moon, executive director and CEO, Drive ChangeHost:Josephine Kim, senior lecturer on education, HGSE Key Takeaways: Focus on students' assets. Caring and loving relationships are crucial.Students and communities need to be engaged to draw both adults and youths into the collective healing process. Faith leaders can help, too.Make time for the care and emotional well-being of educators as well as students. Resources: The Future of Healing: Shifting From Trauma Informed Care to Healing Centered Engagement Become a Healing Centered Engagement Practitioner Tackling Unhealed Trauma Building Strong Community Partnerships and Schools Drive Change Trauma surrounds Philly youth. At this school district 'healing camp,' kids tackle it head on. Education Now A webinar and newsletter series to shape new approaches to challenges in education Explore All Articles Related Articles Usable Knowledge Tackling Unhealed Trauma A guide to healing-centered engagement, an innovative mental health model Usable Knowledge Building Strong Community Partnerships and Schools A roadmap for finding champions and collaborators in your city or district Education Now Navigating Trauma — for Teachers and Learners A look at the trauma-responsive strategies that can help both students and adults — and can an effective trauma response lead to better, more just schools