RELATIONSHIPS ARE THE FOUNDATION
OF HEALTHY BRAIN DEVELOPMENT 

• In the absence of a caring relationship, trauma can disrupt healthy brain development
• Communities can promote healthy brain development through relationship building
• Promoting healthy brain development is essential to individual and community well-being

Positive experiences can buffer those bad experiences. Whenever we talk about ACEs, it is equally important to discuss relational wealth – being connected in a healthy way to a social network. Research reinforces that positive interactions and experiences for children and families foster healthy development. This can extend to the larger community, thus emphasizing that one caring adult can make all the difference.

In fact, positive childhood experiences influence a child’s present and future well-being even in the presence of ACEs!

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The Connections Matter Georgia Training of the Trainer offers professionals the foundational knowledge and tools they need to train others, including parents, educators, child-serving professionals, healthcare, human services providers, faith leaders, and community members.

Upcoming TOT Dates

2024

  • March 14
  • May 15
  • September 24
  • December 10

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What People Say About the Training

  • "It was interesting to learn about the mind-body connections that exist and how trauma can manifest physically."
  • "Focusing on the importance of social connections is very useful and will greatly assist me in collaborating with the stakeholders."
  • "I especially enjoyed the opportunity to interact with colleagues. It allowed the group to actually experience what is being shared with us instead of solely relying on the trainers to teach us what we needed to know."
  • "I would love to share with others that Connections Matter is the perfect training to remind staff of the importance of connectivity, engagement, and being that person, we all need when life gets hard. The training renews excitement and reminds us how important our daily interactions are with students and families.”

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