Trauma: The Most Powerful Hidden Barrier to Employment

An estimated 80% of the people served by workforce programs are trauma survivors. Trauma changes the physical elements of the brain in ways that create barriers for survivors to participate in their programs and impact motivation, the job search, employment, and job retention. The National Associate of Workforce Development Professionals is hosting a webinar on July 25, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. CDT where participants will be provided with ways to assist people eliminate this powerful hidden barrier to employment. There is a registration fee for participation.