YWCA Conference: Identifying, Understanding and Breaking: The Cycle of Generational Violence

Description

The Orange County Family Violence Council in collaboration with the YWCA of North Orange County, will present a family violence conference, entitled "Identifying, Understanding and Breaking the Cycle of Generational Violence

The conference will highlight the effects of family violence and selecting smart strategies to combat harm, as it occurs through all stages of life, from fetus to elder adult. The conference's keynote speaker, Dr. Linda Chamberlain, PhD., is a renowned expert on the impact of early trauma throughout the lifespan. Other topics will include: (1) Sorting Out the Legal Tools & Resources, Civil, Family, Juvenile and Criminal; (2) Elder and Dependent Adult Issues; (3) Veterans and Their Families; and (4) Effective Treatment of Batterers: Are We Being Successful? The day will close with an inspirational keynote message delivered by a family violence survivor. The conference curriculum highlights best practices and reinvigorates those who dedicate their professional and volunteer time to this important field.

This event is approved for 6.0 hours of Minimum Continuing Legal Education Credit by the State Bar of California. UC Irvine School of Law is a State Bar-approved MCLE provider.