“Trauma can be transferred, or it can be transformed. We want to do everything that we can to help people transform it and try to prevent events that would cause trauma before they happen.” I love this statement from Arnitta Holliman during a interview, demonstrating her progressive take on violence.
She went on to say,
“violence is treated as a disease, Holliman said. “It can spread … but it’s also treatable and preventable.”
And healing from trauma is a big part of that, Flash back to graduate school.
Currently working on a master’s in clinical psychology at Marquette University, combined with her work in the psychological services unit in the Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility, she knows about the subject.
“It really gave me an opportunity to … understand that’s a part of the huge change you want to see, but it’s taking those baby steps to get there,” Holliman said.
Also a force against Sexual Assault and is a licensed professional counselor, she plans to continue programs by her predecessor Reggie Moore.
The Blueprint for Peace, was introduced by Moore, she said will serve as a guide for her goals for the city. Centered around stop the shooting; promote healing and restorative justice; support children, youth and families; promote economic opportunity; foster safe and strong neighborhoods; and strengthen the coordination of violence prevention efforts.
With many more experiences and goals the price and the city is good hands,