HEART

About

Trauma and chronic stress are associated with lower academic functioning, cognitive declines, anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and traumatic grief. In addition, racial trauma- the emotional injury caused by encounters with racism and discrimination that is often unaddressed. Partnering with youth leaders and community-based organizations we are developing a multi-component intervention HEART (Healing through Education, Affirmation, and Rising Together).

HEART includes:

Healing-Centered Education: HEART Caregiver Workshops and HEART Peer Ambassador Training equip youth and adults with knowledge and skills to recognize traumatic stress and support themselves and others with coping skills

Affirming Connections: Relational Savoring for Caregivers

Rising Together: Arts-based workshops for youth that promote critical reflection, meaning-making, and social action