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In experiencing trauma or when they engage in problematic decisions, system responses are often disproportionately harsh and do not meet the needs of Black girls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Within this presentation, research addressing biases against Black girls, system failures, and the role of intersectionality in meeting the needs of Black girls who have experienced and\/or caused trauma will be explored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Learning Objectives<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gain understanding of societal views of Black girls and the impact on their mental health and identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify system and societal responses to Black girls related to trauma experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address the role of gender-responsive treatment for Black girls through an intersectional framework<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Biases against Black girls, system failures, and the role of intersectionality in responses to trauma, and more, will be explored. 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