Explore a community-centered healing framework for addressing trauma in vulnerable populations, particularly opportunity youth, in this plenary session from The Aspen Institute's Opportunity Youth Forum Network. Delve into strategies presented by community leaders from San Francisco and Philadelphia, alongside national experts like Professor Shawn Ginwright and Carlos Rojas from Youth on Board. Examine the relevance of this framework in organizing for political power, with a focus on youth involvement in creating sustainable second-chance pathways. Learn about the limits of trauma-informed care, the concept of healing-centered engagement, and practical recommendations for fostering healing. Gain insights from various speakers, including Dr. Jenn's story, discussions on social toxicity, and perspectives from Michelle Alexander and Monique from San Francisco.