Advocating for all: the intersection of domestic violence and incarceration

This webinar examines how domestic violence, childhood trauma, and incarceration are deeply interconnected, particularly for women and girls. Survivor speakers share their lived experiences with abuse, human trafficking, neglect, and incarceration, demonstrating how unresolved trauma can shape life trajectories and contribute to justice system involvement. Experts discuss the science behind adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), the school-to-prison pipeline, and the need for early identification of trauma in children. The session emphasizes restorative justice, culturally responsive care, and trauma-informed practices that focus on healing rather than punishment. Presenters also stress the importance of listening to survivors, addressing systemic inequities, and expanding access to supportive services that help individuals heal, rebuild their lives, and break intergenerational cycles of violence and incarceration.