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Join Us for a Landmark Celebration: Paper Tigers Turns Ten: The Ripple Effect of Resilience
Community Resilience Initiative’s Annual Conference
October 16–18, 2025 | Spokane, WA | Hybrid Event

Mark your calendars for an extraordinary event honoring the 10th anniversary of the transformative documentary Paper Tigers! This year’s Community Resilience Initiative (CRI) Annual Conference will celebrate a decade of progress, inspiration, and resilience sparked by the film that ignited a movement.

Be a Part of This Special Event
Our hybrid conference offers the best of both worlds—join us in-person in beautiful Spokane, WA, or tap into post-conference recordings. All sessions will be recorded and made available after the in-person event, so you won’t miss a moment of the inspiration and learning.

In-Person Highlights

Pre-Conference Workshops
Immerse yourself in a full day of signature training courses led by CRI Trainers. These nationally acclaimed courses are the foundation of CRI’s reputation as a leader in trauma-informed education and resilience-building.

Inspiring Keynotes
Hear from the dynamic counselor featured in Paper Tigers and a nationally renowned psychologist specializing in community resilience. Their stories and insights will leave you inspired and equipped to make a difference.

Engaging Panel Discussions

• Minds Behind the Movement: Meet the creative visionaries, researchers, and advocates who paved the way for the trauma-informed movement and inspired the creation of Paper Tigers.
• The Ripple Effect: Stories of Change Sparked by Paper Tigers: Discover how the documentary motivated leaders to create meaningful change in schools, organizations, and communities.

Breakout Sessions Tailored to Your Focus
Choose from two tracks, each led by nationally respected professionals:

• Trauma-Informed and Resilience-Building Strategies for Educators
• Trauma-Informed and Resilience-Building Strategies for Communities and Organizations

Networking Opportunities
Connect with leaders and changemakers in the trauma-informed education movement. Share ideas, strategies, and stories that inspire and strengthen your work.

Evening Social Events
Unwind and build deeper connections with fellow attendees during relaxed and engaging evening events.

Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Honor a Decade of Impact
Join us as we celebrate the lasting legacy of Paper Tigers and look ahead to the future of the trauma-informed movement. Together, we’ll reflect on the progress made, explore the challenges ahead, and continue building resilience in our communities.

Register Now to secure your spot at this landmark event. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/17/2025 Lunch Included

10/18/2025 Breakfast Included

Conference Registration Refund Policy: 

We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, impacting your ability to attend our conference. However, please be aware of the following refund policy:  

 1.  Cancellation & Refunds: All refund requests must be received in writing no later than August 15, 2025 via email to [email protected]. Cancellations will incur a $50 administrative fee which will be deducted from the refund. All approved refunds will be sent via check within 90 days after the conclusion of the conference.   

 2. Transfer Policy: If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague. Please contact us at [email protected] by September 15, 2025 to arrange this transfer. Note: Registrations transferred to another individual or changes to pre-conference workshop session selections will incur a $20 administrative fee. 

3. Cancellation by Organizer: In the unlikely event that the conference is canceled or rescheduled by us, we will provide a full refund or offer the option to transfer your registration to the rescheduled event. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at [email protected].  We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at the conference.