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Nurturing kinder and safer communities for survivors of childhood trauma through resource connection, awareness-building, and early support for young adults.

The Reality

Childhood trauma can have lifelong consequences. Research shows that traumatic experiences in childhood are associated with increased risk of poor health outcomes, revictimization, and intergenerational cycles of violence.

But increased risk is not destiny. Early access to resources, support, education, and trauma-informed communities can help survivors recognize their experiences, understand their needs, and pursue pathways toward healing.

2 out of 3

adults have experienced at least one traumatic childhood experience

For every reported type of childhood abuse, a person’s risk for developing PTSD increases by

47%

Those with four or more adverse childhood experiences are

12 times more likely to attempt suicide

7 times more likely to struggle with alcoholism

10 times more likely to use injection drugs

Our Approach

Resource Connection

Connecting survivors and their supports with diverse, accessible resources to support their unique needs and healing journeys.

Chapters Program

Empowering university and college students to build inclusive, supportive, and trauma-informed campus communities.

Awareness-Building

Increasing understanding of childhood trauma and its enduring impact through education, conversation, and community engagement.

  • Being a part of Queen’s Starts With Youth has taught me that healing begins with community.

    Queen’s Chapter President

  • The need for safe spaces and a supportive community for childhood trauma survivors is overwhelming, and it shows.

    University of Guelph Chapter President

  • We want to create a safe space and more opportunities for young adults to heal their inner child and recreate warm memories through a more holistic framework.

    University of Ottawa Chapter President