What role does exposure to childhood trauma, adverse experiences, and childhood toxic stress play not only on the lives of a person as a child, but also on their life as an adult. How can we as leaders use the power of our own experiences to become more effective transformational leaders? How can we as leaders stir up hope, courage, and resiliency to bring out the best in ourselves and others? What does it mean and what would it look-like for leaders or service providers to use a trauma informed approach? Host Dr. Sheryl White, Vice President of Training and Organization Development with the Neighborhood House Association in San Diego, CA and special guests Dr. Robert K. Ross, President and CEO of the California Endowment; Nora Vargas, Vice President of Community Engagement at Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest; and Cindy Jones, Mental Health Coordinator at the Neighborhood House Association will explore answers to these questions and more!