Introduction to Trauma

Trainer Bios:
 Stephanie Solomon (she/her) is the Youth Programs Coordinator working in Primary Prevention with the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence.  She spent over 3 years as Prevention Coordinator with the Youth Services Bureau of Monroe County, with a focus on promoting safe, inclusive, and equitable environments for youth and families.  She spent a decade working in food justice at the community food resource center, Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. She is a graduate of Indiana University with 19 years of experience working for social change and holds a Master’s in Public Health from Indiana University. Stephanie is passionate about co-building spaces that promote social justice and belonging.

Allison Zimpfer (she/her) was born in the Hoosier state and lived in Oregon for 5 years, following a year in Northern Michigan after college. She earned her graduate degree in social work and moved back to Indiana, where she spent 10 years practicing in her chosen field. Allison is a licensed master’s level clinical social worker and has been fortunate to partner with individuals and families in a variety of settings- child welfare, emergency shelter, outpatient, and school for almost 20 years. She has also had the privilege of generous mentorship in the field of public health. Her inner Golden Girl is Dorothy.