See Different Perspectives, Build Connection Community Workshop

About this event

Parker MemorialHartford, CT

Wednesday, December 9 • 6 PM – 8 PM

Overview

Youth and young adults (ages 14-24) explore how personal experiences—including community violence—can influence emotions, reactions & trust.

Youth and young adults (ages 14-24) join us – using trauma-informed, relationship-centered activities, participants explore how personal experiences—including exposure to community violence—can influence emotions, reactions, and trust. Guided perspective-taking, theatrical scenarios, and communication practice support empathy, healthy boundaries, conflict de-escalation, and help-seeking. Participation is voluntary; no one is asked to disclose personal traumatic experiences.

This session is part of DRAMA-cize™: Resilience in Action. The Essence Behavioral Health (TEBH) offers a culturally responsive, clinically informed community wellness experience combining evidence-informed mental health education with DRAMA-cize™ theatrical exercises, movement, reflection, and creative expression. The program strengthens protective factors and practical coping skills that support youth participation, connection, and long-term resilience.

This event is part of the Ascend Community Workshop series. Seats are limited , and pre-registration is required. Refreshments will be available.