Walla Walla, Washington’s Community Response to Adverse Childhood Experiences: A Case Study & Lessons for Minnesota

Abstract

This case study draws upon an example of a community-driven, collaborative effort that was effective in increasing awareness and developing resilience strategies to buffer the harmful effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences in the city and surrounding area of Walla Walla, Washington. This paper will inform the work of the ACEs Planning and Implementation Team (APIT) and the Minnesota Children’s Mental Health and Family Services Collaborative Coordinators as the state of Minnesota develops its own response to Adverse Childhood Experiences, aided with state funding.