We are thrilled to announce the upcoming ACT Conference: Community Strategies to Help All Children Thrive on April 2-3, 2025. This conference serves as a pivotal platform for delving into the intricate dynamics of Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (PACEs) and their profound influence on individuals, families, and communities.

At the heart of our conference lies a commitment to collaboration, data-driven approaches, the use of evidence-informed and/or promising practices, and PACEs research dissemination Through engaging presentations and interactive workshops, attendees will deepen their understanding of childhood trauma and its enduring effects. Moreover, this gathering will provide invaluable networking opportunities, facilitating connections among stakeholders from diverse sectors.

We are excited to invite you to submit proposals for presentations within the framework of four distinct tracks:

a. Your Role in Healing Trauma: Acknowledging Community Experiences and Preventing Further Harm This track focuses on imparting essential insights and practical strategies for implementing trauma-informed approaches and services within communities. Participants will explore core principles, access to services, power-building, and cultural considerations, leaving them equipped to foster healing within themselves and their communities.

b. Culture as a Method to Address Trauma Delve into the rich tapestry of cultures that shape California, and explore how these diverse identities can serve as tools in reducing trauma for our children. This track examines cultural intersections, community formation, and the utilization of cultural diversity as a means of healing and support.

c. Community Agency & Power Explore the potent force of community agency in preventing and healing from trauma. This session will navigate the challenges of effecting systemic change within environments that may not align with community values, while also addressing strategies for preventing burnout and fostering empowerment within communities and organizations.

d. Equity in Action: Passing Policies and Transforming Systems for Accessible Resources in Trauma Prevention & Mitigation Discover dynamic strategies for driving policy and systems change to ensure equitable access to resources in trauma prevention efforts. Presenters will delve into data-driven advocacy, systems mapping, community engagement, and equity-centered design, empowering participants to catalyze meaningful change in pursuit of a more just and inclusive society.

Please Note: There will be a Youth track (Youth Power in Action) for community members ranging from 14 to 25 years old.

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Each session accommodates approximately 30 to 50 participants and lasts 75 minutes each. An interactive activity* is a requirement for each proposed session. All presentation materials are due for review by October 15th, 2024.

Join us in this collective endeavor to advance trauma prevention and racial equity. Together, we can foster healing and create lasting change for generations to come.

CEUs (Continuing Education Units) will be provided for conference participation. 

An Honorarium will be provided per conference presentation. 

Length of the session (75 minutes)

AGENDA DAY 1 

• 8:00 – 9:00 – Breakfast  
• 9:00 – 10:30 Welcome & General Session #1
• 10:45 – 12:00 Workshops
• 12:00 – 2:00 Lunch & General Session #2
• 2:15 – 3:30 Workshops
• 3:45 – 5:00 Workshops

 AGENDA DAY 2 

• 8:00 – 9:00 – Breakfast & Welcome 
• 9:00 – 10:15 Workshops
• 10:30 – 11:45 Workshops
• 11:45 – 1:45 Lunch, Legislative Visits, or General Session #3
• 2:00 – 3:15 Workshops  
• 3:30 – 4:00 Closing