DSW Candidate – Kyra West, 1:00 PM-2:15 PM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
Trauma Informed Care to Address Unresolved Childhood Abuse in African American Women
DSW Candidate – Kyra West, MSW
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
1:00 PM-2:15 PM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: This session is not eligible for CE credit.
Description
Trauma Informed Care to Address Unresolved Childhood Abuse in African American Women
This presentation will highlight the intersection of childhood abuse and the unique experiences of African American women, exploring the lasting impacts of unresolved trauma and the importance of trauma-informed care. Childhood abuse, whether physical, emotional, or sexual, can profoundly shape the mental, emotional, and physical health of individuals throughout their lives. For African American women, these effects are often compounded by systemic racism, socio-economic disparities, and cultural stigmas surrounding both abuse and mental health, creating additional barriers to healing and recovery.
The audience will learn about culturally relevant approaches, that honor the lived experiences of African American women, emphasizing trust-building, empowerment, and safety within therapeutic relationships. This capstone will also provide practical tools and strategies for integrating trauma-informed care in clinical settings, ensuring that social workers are equipped to offer compassionate, effective support tailored to the needs of this population. This capstone aims to foster a deeper understanding of trauma, identify barriers to treatment, encourage culturally sensitive interventions, and promote holistic healing through strength-based approaches.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Understand the impact of childhood abuse on mental and physical health.
- Identify cultural considerations and barriers in trauma recovery.
- Implement Trauma-Informed Care practices tailored to African American women.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: This session is not eligible for CE credit.
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
