On March 11, Paloma Bustos, MSW, and Ramona Merchan, DSW, MSW, LCSW, will introduce the first in a series of talks and training on trauma-informed lawyering, laying the foundation for a critical understanding of the impact of trauma, both personally and professionally, and to improve awareness of restorative practices that provide affirming and self-sustaining ways to cope. Paloma is the Crime Survivor Services Program Manager of the Rise Clinic, and Ramona is the Executive Director of Trauma Informed LA and Project Director with the Los Angeles County Office of Child Protection.  The training will be held in Hall of the 80s.  Lunch will be provided.