While the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, they can also be difficult for youth with autism spectrum disorder. RSVP to register!

Apply knowledge of grooming strategies to identify potential child victims; Share information about online safety. RSVP to register!

Learn the current state of human trafficking in the US as well as explore the challenges of meeting the needs of trafficking victims. RSVP to register!

Recognize the role toxic stress plays in LEO's responding to situations The Role of Toxic Stress and Empathy in Law Enforcement Tickets, Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Date: April 28th Time: 5:35pm Come out and support Trauma Matters Delaware as they raise awareness at the Blue Rocks game on April 28, 2023. The game starts at 6:35 and the gates open at 5:35. Come early for pre–game festivities. Use the password TMD23 to purchase tickets and $3.00 of every ticket sold using that password will go back to Trauma Matters Delaware.

Date: April 29th Time: 9 AM – 3 PM This conference will focus on resilience across the lifespan and incorporate themes that show up in the workplace. State leaders, educators, and community members will have the chance to hear from various trauma professionals on how they can ensure they are utilizing trauma-sensitive care techniques to […]

Date: May 3rd Time: 1 PM – 2 PM Communities are full of hidden gems that support connection, healing and resilience. Are you one of those gems? What is already working to promote well-being in your community? What do you need? We invite you to consider the role you can play in developing collaborative partnerships […]

Date: May 6th Information Coming Soon

In his 83-minute PBS Documentary, Fred Rogers' real-life neighbor, Journalist Benjamin Wagner, comes to know more than just the TV icon and his luminous legacy. His personal journey unearths the roots of Mister Rogers' values, unmasks the forces acting against depth and simplicity, and helps them to develop the means to lead deeper, simpler lives. […]

Date: May 10 Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Theme for this year’s conference is “I see you, I Care” Keynote Address: Faith in Action Heal and touch exercise Session 1: Recovery and Stigma Session 2: QPR Training (Question, Persuade and Refer) Networking Lunch Trauma Matters Delaware: The Brain Game Narcan Training CPR Demonstration and […]

Gun violence is a complex problem — but elevating our collective knowledge about how it persists is the first step toward prevention. RSVP to register!

Date: May 10th Time: 12 PM – 1:30 PM Come explore the process of designing a podcast to teach about trauma-informed higher education from identifying your audience to choosing your content and format. Together we will co-create a potential podcast series that the Trauma Matters Delaware Higher Education Workgroup will then bring to life. No […]

Date: May 16th Time: 9AM Autism Spectrum Disorder and Mental Health will provide participants an introductory understanding of autism spectrum disorder and commonly occurring mental health diagnoses. Participants will review the core characteristics of autism, learn about prevalence and presentation, and be introduced to evidence-based resources that can be used to support individuals with autism […]

Date: May 17th Time: 12 PM- 1 PM • Increase Knowledge of Value of Using Affirming Names/Pronouns/Promoting Safer Systems to Foster Positive Inner Narratives/Sense of Belonging to Greater Community • Increase Knowledge for Cisgender/Heterosexual Allies to be vocal advocates with increasing Community Safety & Support for LGBTQ Delawareans A Lunch & Learn: How to be […]

Preventing and addressing elder abuse and building resilience in older adults requires a nuanced and trauma-informed approach. Trauma is a widespread issue that affects individuals in different ways. Older adults are exposed to multiple types of traumas over the lifetime as well as older adult-specific traumas, including the loss of spouse/ partner, social isolation, chronic […]