Traumatology Education Conference

The Traumatology Education Conference is April 24, 2026.

The Traumatology Education Conference (formerly called the Trauma & Social Justice Conference) is an annual event sponsored by the Trauma Response Institute at George Fox University. It’s designed to promote and support the work of humanitarian aid, mental health, education, ministerial, and health care professionals dedicated to naming and responding to socio-cultural factors that increase stress and trauma among marginalized and vulnerable populations.

Our gathering is a time to share research, programs, successes and struggles for mutual support and furthering of our work toward building more safe, equitable and resilient communities.

2026 Conference

Child Centered Trauma Care

Friday, April 24, 2026

Chirstin Farrell is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over two decades of experience working with children, youth and families. Her professional experience has found her in settings such as adult and juvenile corrections, community mental health, and non-profit work. Throughout her work, she has seen a common denominator of childhood trauma and has sought out ways to teach others skills and concepts that enhance protective favors and healing. Currently the Program Director for the counseling program at Liberty House, the child advocacy center of Marion & Polk Counties, Christin focuses on the healing and growth of children, youth, and families who have been impacted by trauma. This position has given her the ability to be a direct service provider, clinical supervisor, expert witness, consultant and trainer as well as work closely in tandem with other child-serving agencies and law enforcement.

Register for the 2026 TRI Conference here.