Every day connections are more important than we’ve ever believed. Science tells us that relationships have the power to shape our brains. Relationships help us learn better, work better, parent better. When we experience tough times, they help us heal. With each connection, we develop a healthier stronger community.
Connections Matter Georgia
Connections Matter training is designed to engage community members in building caring connections to:
• Improve resiliency,
• Prevent childhood trauma, and
• Understand how our interactions with others can support those who have experienced trauma.
The Connections Matter Georgia initiative is a collaboration between the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy and Prevent Child Abuse Georgia. The training curriculum is an evidence informed curriculum, developed using a robust body of literature by Dr. Linda Chamberlain and adapted for Georgia specific audiences.
The Connections Matter training lasts 3-hours. It can be done in one session or split up into two sessions and can also be offered virtually. This training is approved for 3 hours of CEU credit:
LPCs, LMFTs, LCSW, Law Enforcement, SCEIs and Bright from the Start.
BECOMING A MORE RESILIENT PARENT: HELPING FAMILIES THRIVE
Resilience is often thought of as the ability to bounce back from a tough time. In this training we’re going to look at resilience as bouncing forward. Parents frequently model resilience for their children. Our actions – no matter how small – can have a big impact on our children and ultimately, on our communities. This training lasts 2 hours.
This training is appropriate for parents and caregivers of children of all ages. We will discuss:
Our responses to stress
The impacts stress can have
Ways we can promote positive childhood experiences
How to create resilience through connection