Patrice: The Movie, A trauma informed production
Dr. Laura Quiros met with the lead, Patrice, on a weekly basis throughout the majority of the production process. This consistent engagement allowed Patrice to face these complex emotions and experiences in a supportive and safe environment.
What is trauma-informed leadership?
Dr. Quiros explains trauma-informed practice, leadership and ideologies.
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Dr. Laura Quiros is an Associate Professor at the Montclair State University. Laura began her work in the clinical arena and has transitioned to working with executive leadership. She helps connect leadership of corporate, non-profit and academic organizations to missions of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Laura works to foster inclusion by helping to increase awareness and move towards action. Dr. Quiros is a Founding Board member of Prospanica Social Justice Center
Written by Dr. Quiros
“Laura has been instrumental in gently cultivating confidence in our team when discussing diversity, equity and inclusion and implicit bias. She is truly an amazing talent and person. She makes you feel at ease and has provided tools and guidance that will last a lifetime. Anyone would be fortunate to work with her.”
— Genie L. Colbert, Director of Human,
“While trauma-informed therapy is important, social justice informed therapy is even more important. One cannot fully practice trauma informed therapy without understanding the trauma of social injustice.”
— Dr. Maria Paredes
