Dr. Shannon Davidson

Davidson is a Leader in Applied Research and Evaluation at Education Northwest and the author of Trauma-informed practices for postsecondary education: A guide. Davidson has delivered trainings in TiP for a variety of higher education institutions and has led formative, summative, and developmental evaluation and technical assistance projects for clients. A former classroom teacher, Davidson seeks opportunities to complement research and evaluation work with coaching and technical assistance. Davidson holds a Ph.D. in International and Comparative Education from Stanford University and has a background in both domestic and global issues in education. Her dissertation, funded by a Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad fellowship, was an investigation of mental health education policies and practices in China.

Dr. Tami Jollie-Trottier

Jollie-Trottier, Misko Nudin Ikwe (Red Wind Woman), Biboonii Baaskaabi gwaniid (Winter Bloom), Clinical Psychologist, enrolled member of Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians (TMBCI), and owner of Indigenized Behavioral Healing™ clinic, creates innovative self-healing symbolism expressed through visual art, writing, and storytelling. Her healing journey in search of Good Medicine began over a decade ago following a personal medical trauma that left her detached from herself and others. This journey led to her expertise related to Westernized and Traditional Indigenous Healing she calls Turtle Medicine™. She dedicates her career to harnessing the healing energy of creativity, cultural identity, resiliency, and leadership to mobilize those she works with to heal from trauma-related illnesses. She earned her doctorate from the University of North Dakota and now serves as an adjunct clinical assistant professor for the UND psychology department. With humility and gratitude, she acknowledges her elder Anishinaabe Wisdom Keepers, who have shared their teachings and continue to do so.