The training will be held on the following three dates/times*:

–  Training Day 1: Wednesday, April 23^rd from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (virtual on Zoom)

–  Training Day 2: Thursday, April 24^th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (virtual on Zoom)

–  Training Day 3: Thursday, May 22^nd from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (virtual on Zoom)

This training will prepare up to 30 Collaborative partners to present the ACE Interface Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Building Self-Healing Communities Presentation, which is a curriculum designed to educate audiences about how adversity and trauma impact our biology, along with the health and well-being of our communities.

The ACE Interface Presentation is presented in three sections:

1. Neurobiology, Historical Trauma, & Epigenetics – focusing on how our brains and our DNA expression can be influenced by our environment and highlights how toxic stress can impact healthy development.
2. Key Findings from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study – linking adversity to long-term health outcomes.
3. Resilience – using research and community wisdom to rethink how we respond to ACEs and strengthen our communities.

The presentation offers a message of hope and introduces a process that communities have used to build their capacity to: prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), support those who have experienced toxic stress, and build new cultural norms that are more inclusive, culturally-responsive, and healing-centered.

Attending the Presenter Training is the first step to becoming an ACE Interface Presenter.

Attendees will be expected to designate approximately 40-60 hours over the next year to becoming a Certified ACE Interface Presenter.

Here is an estimated breakdown of the time commitment:

• Presenter Training in Spring 2025 (16 hours)
• Independent time building comfort and practicing the ACE Interface curriculum (15-30 hours)
• Presentation #1 (2-hour presentation + planning time with co-presenter + paperwork) (4-6 hours)
• Presentation #2 (2-hour presentation + planning time with co-presenter + paperwork) (4-6 hours)
• Presenter Demonstration with FamilyWise staff (1 hour)

Once certified, Presenters are encouraged to spend additional time facilitating Presentations, participating in Community of Practice offerings, and getting to know the content, so they can enhance their ability to present the ACE Interface Presentation.

At the training, participants will have a chance to see the ACE Interface Presentation, will learn more about historical trauma, will engage in the concepts of the presentation through art and small group discussion, and will have a chance to practice delivering 1-2 slides from the presentation in front of other participants.

Since the ACE Interface content is rooted in a model of shared and continued learning with other presenters, a key part of the training is focused on creating a foundation for a Community of Practice, and on relationship-building and small group collaboration. It is important to note that the training is not as focused on technical skills related to presenting the curriculum, and is more focused on how to show up as a presenter when delivering the content (which we refer to as presenter “Habits of Mind”).

Once trained, participants become Presenter Candidates and receive temporary permission to present the ACE Interface curriculum (presentation slides and related resources), with the agreement that they will complete Presenter Certification within 9 months of the training.

After attending the training, most Presenter Candidates will need to dedicate additional time (15-30 hours) to practice the presentation and build comfort with the Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Building Self-Healing Communities curriculum (slide deck) before they feel ready to present the content in an engaging way.

Presenter Certification steps include;

• Co-presenting the Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Building Self-Healing Communities presentation with at least one other ACE Interface Presenter in front of an “audience” (a group of at least 3 people) at least 2 times
• Submitting presentation paperwork after each presentation (sign-in sheet, surveys, 1-page cover sheet)
• Filling out a self-reflection form about your own presentation after your first two presentations
• Getting feedback from your co-presenter after your first two presentations (by asking them to fill out a peer feedback form on your behalf)
• Once ready, Presenter Candidates will sign-up for a 1-hour Presenter Demonstration with a FamilyWise staff person to demonstrate their comfort presenting the content

Note: Presenter Candidates are expected to continue co-presenting with another ACE Interface Presenter until they complete the Presenter Certification steps.

People who:

• Can commit to attending the full Presenter Training, plan to designate time to get to know the ACE Interface material, and who will complete the Presenter Certification steps within 9 months of training
• Agree to present the ACE Interface presentation to audiences in their local Collaborative’s community over the next 2-3 years
• Demonstrate self-awareness, social awareness, and emotional management skills
• Have an ability or willingness to train or teach adults
• Demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with diverse communities, audiences, and sectors
• Are committed to continually improving their effectiveness as presenters through practice and reflection, and engaging in ongoing learning by joining the ACE Interface Community of Practice

Given the time commitment involved with becoming a Certified ACE Interface Presenter (a time commitment of approximately 40 – 60 hours over a 9-month period), prospective presenters are strongly encouraged to attend an Understanding ACEs: Building Self-Healing Communities Presentation prior to attending the Presenter Training so they are familiar with the content that they are signing up to present.

Tuesday, 3/4/2025 from 10:00 – noon

Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcO-tqjgqE9yhyQk3ADtEUElotNIUzSAQ

Addressing intergenerational and historical trauma, promoting healing and protective factors, and reducing adversity in future generations will require the involvement of many creative, collaborative, and passionate people.

The goal of the Understanding ACEs: Building Self-Healing Communities Presentation is to offer a common language and understanding of core concepts from the fields of neurobiology, epigenetics, epidemiology (ACEs), and resilience research. You will also have time to discuss your ideas on how this information can be applied to your sphere of influence in your work, family life, and community.

This presentation will be shared in three sections:

1. Neurobiology & Epigenetics focuses on how our brains adapt to our environment during childhood and some basic concepts related to how toxic stress can impact healthy development
2. Key Findings from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study highlights some of the data from the original ACE Study
3. Resilience provides a framework for thinking about resilience, and focuses primarily on attachment and belonging, supporting individual capabilities, culture, community, and spirituality as key protective systems

Join the virtual Presenter Training Lunch & Learn to learn more!

Wednesday, 3/5/2025 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Registration Link: Meeting Registration – Zoom

At this session, we will review information related to the upcoming Spring 2025 ACE Interface Presenter Training (Training) including:

• Purpose of the ACE Interface Presenter Training
• Certification process and Presenter responsibilities
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This training is being sponsored by More Resilient Minnesota. Since July 2017, state funding built into the base funding for children’s mental health grants has been supporting implementation of this ambitious initiative.

Applications open – Thursday, 1/30/25

Applications close – Wednesday, 3/12/25

Applications screened – 3/13/25 through 3/18/25

Applicants notified –Wednesday, 3/26/25