Many individuals have experienced not only violence and discrimination, but also live with symptoms of trauma and have an increased likelihood of developing health related problems as a consequence of this exposure. Physical violence, or threat of violence leads to trauma, which contributes to poorer health outcomes for those individuals who are impacted. 

Dr. Bailey’s 3- hour presentation will explore the intersection of trauma, and racism that are experienced by individuals across the life span ; and will discuss the role that social workers and allies have in promoting equity and fairness in a multicultural environment; as well as the role that social workers must play in addressing racism and other forms of oppression.