Assistant Professor
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Trenia Allen, Ed.D., LCSW is an Assistant Professor in the Bachelor of Social Work Program at Jackson State University. Dr. Allen has over 25 years as a clinical social worker, specializing in servicing mental health needs of young children and their families. Her research interests include the social and emotional literacy of young children, mental health consultancy in early childhood settings, juvenile sentence reform within the criminal justice system, immigration reform, and trauma-informed care. She is currently conducting research related to ACES in social work students at Jackson State University. Dr. Allen earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Tougaloo College, Master of Social Work degree from New York University, and Doctor of Education from Jackson State University. In addition, she has completed the Cognitive –Behavior Trauma-Focused training. In her spare time, she enjoys her vegetable garden and sharing her produce with her community, family, and friends.
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Sunday, November 13, 2022
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM