Justice as Trauma Summit
2026 Theme: Radical Hope
Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal for the Speaker & Healer spots. We are reviewing those submissions now and you will be notified of our decision in October.
April 7-9 2026 at the Westin Bayshore, Vancouver BC
JAT2025 Review
“I found Myrna's speech during the dinner, as well as the morning panel on the third day, to be incredibly touching. It was inspiring for me to see that kind of sincere desire to improve, to help others.”It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.”
JAT2025 Review
“"One of the most impactful moments for me came from the conversation between Myrna McCallum and Resmaa Menakem where they deepened my understanding of how deeply interconnected systemic issues are—ranging from the racist and unjust colonial structures that persist in Canada to the trauma inflicted on racialized communities. I gained a clearer perspective on how these traumas contribute to health disparities, including increased psychological distress and even reduced life expectancy among marginalized populations due to the lasting effects of generational trauma. His words left a lasting impact on me, especially his assertion that “kinship care is the way to liberation.”
JAT2025 Review
“My favourite speakers were Dr. Bruce, Amanda Morgan, Charmaine Parenteau, and Jordan Assaraf. They provided information that I could use in my practice. Dr Bruce is doing amazing work educating Judges, so change can come from within the system. Jordan explained how a Judge used a trauma informed approach. So this is possible. Amanda described a story of those in the highest positions of authority are abusive. This brings a reality check to being a lawyer and not having blinder on to "respecting" Judges. Charmaine offered humour and vulnerability.”
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