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I'm Cendie the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of ACEs Matter
At ACEs Matter, we raise awareness about Adverse Childhood Experiences by encouraging everyone to know their ACE score.
Taking the test can help you understand your past, assess how it might be affecting your present, and learn ways to reshape your future — and the futures of those you love. Alternatively, you might want to learn how to spot ACEs trauma responses in others.
We are on a mission to raise awareness about ACEs prevention
At ACEs Matter, we believe that no one should be defined by their past.
Founded to address the lifelong impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), we empower first-generation college students, trauma survivors, and changemakers to rewrite their stories through trauma-informed workshops, mentorship, and holistic wellness tools.
Our Approach
At ACES MATTER, we believe lasting change begins when individuals are equipped with knowledge, supported by community, and empowered to reclaim their narratives. Our approach is rooted in three core principles:
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Trauma-Informed Education
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Holistic Wellness
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Collective Empowerment
Meet our Board Directors
Guided by Visionaries Committed to Healing
At ACES MATTER, our Board of Directors brings decades of lived experience, professional expertise, and unwavering passion to dismantle the cycle of childhood trauma. These leaders champion equity, innovation, and radical compassion in everything we do.
Our Programs
Education Without Limits
Our Neuron Nurturing Playlist
Our Neuron Nurturing Playlist is a curated collection of music, podcasts, YouTube videos, and insightful interviews designed to enhance brain health, stimulate neural pathways, and provide valuable learning about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to support mental and emotional healing.
Wisdom Within Adversity
Six Key Reasons Why Adults With 4 or More ACEs Make Effective Community Guardians
Workshops, Co-created by alumni who’ve walked the path of adversity.
Adults who have experienced four or more Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can leverage their experiences to become key protective factors within their communities.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities We offer a range of volunteer opportunities, from ongoing commitments to one-time engagements. We are actively seeking licensed Mental Health Professionals, Welcome Ambassadors, Meeting Facilitators, and Event Committee Members who are willing to volunteer their time as their schedules allow. Your contributions will support those in need and help us promote mental and emotional well-being through ACE education and awareness events.
Become a Time Philanthropist We refer to our volunteers as "Time Philanthropists" because time is a precious commodity. We deeply appreciate the time and effort our volunteers contribute to making a difference.
Interested in Volunteering? Thank you for your interest in volunteering with ACEs Matter, Corp, a 501(c)(3) organization. To apply, please complete and submit the form below or click here to be considered for a volunteer position.
STORIES OF HEALING & HOPE
We are Adverse Childhood Experiences Matter, or ACEs Matter for short.
We are transforming 1 million lives by 2030 through ACEs awareness and Healing.
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Break the Silence on Childhood Trauma.
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