Change Makers

Voices From the Field

Leading Together for Safe and Supportive Schools

School leaders play an essential role in creating communities where students and educators feel safe, connected, and valued. Through shared learning, reflection, and collaboration, the Lesley Institute for Trauma Sensitivity (LIfTS) supports leaders in bringing trauma-sensitive approaches into everyday practice.

Leadership Learning and Symposiums

  • Centering Student Voice for Safe and Supportive Schools

    Centering Student Voice for Safe and Supportive Schools

    How can students help shape meaningful school change? This symposium explored the importance of listening deeply to students and creating opportunities for their participation in decisions that affect their learning and school experiences.

  • Leadership and School Change

    Leadership and School Change

    Explore how leadership can support meaningful, lasting change in school communities. Consider the role of shared understanding, relationships, and reflective practice in creating safe and supportive learning environments.

  • Leaders Share Learnings

    The 2026 Summer Leadership gathering brought together LIfTS research fellows, adjunct faculty, and school leaders to share learning in trauma sensitive practices.

Continue Your Leadership Journey

Explore opportunities to learn, connect, and strengthen trauma-sensitive practices across your school community.