Speakers
Dr. Emily Bonistall Postel, PhD
Nationally recognized leader in trauma-informed systems change and the State Director of Marsy’s Law for Kentucky. Holding a PhD in Sociology, she integrates research, lived experience, and systems leadership to translate evidence into practice across justice and care systems.
Keynote SpeakerWednesday, May 27th, 2026
1:00 – 2:30 PM (CT)
From Overwhelm to Impact: Un-Jading the Jaded - Turning Trauma-Informed Principles into Measurable Systems Change
Amanda Lyon, LCSW
Training and Technical Assistance Manager at the National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Mental Health. With a deep commitment to empowering survivors and their families, Amanda develops comprehensive training and technical resources tailored for behavioral health providers.
SpeakerThursday, May 28th, 2026
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (CT)
Strengthening Survivor Support Through Trauma-Informed Practice
Adela Zayas
Salvadoran clinical psychologist, trained at Jesuit Central American University “José Simeón Cañas,” with dual a master's degrees in clinical and health psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
SpeakerFriday, May 29th, 2026
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (CT)
Accompanying Pain: A Practical Toolbox for Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence Across Cultures
Heather Phillips
Research Director at The National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Mental Health. Her research focuses on the prevalence and impact of mental health and substance use coercion, and survivor-defined research practices.
Keynote SpeakerWednesday, May 27th, 2026
1:00 – 2:30 PM (CT)
Another Form of Listening: Trauma-Informed Evaluation Practices