For Immediate Release
02/22/2017

(Stockton, CA) San Joaquin Delta College's Office of Student Equity and Diversity will host acclaimed author and speaker Dr. Joy DeGruy for a presentation on the residual effects of slavery in the U.S., Saturday March 4, 9 a.m - 11 a.m. at Atherton Auditorium.

The presentation, “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome” is FREE and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to register at EventBrite. A book signing will follow the presentation at 11 a.m. in Atherton Auditorium.

Dr. Joy DeGruy, author of POST TRAUMATIC SLAVE SYNDROME - America’s Enduring Legacy of Injury and Healing, explains the residual impact of trauma on people of African descent. She lays the ground work for understanding how this trauma has resulted in sometimes harmful intra-cultural practices. Dr. DeGruy provides insight into how we may disrupt inter-generational injury and transform non-productive behaviors into strengths. The presentation examines solutions that lead to healing in individuals, families and communities.

Dr. DeGruy holds master’s degrees in social work, clinical psychology, and a doctorate in social work research. DeGruy's 20 years of experience in these fields helps provide practical insights into various cultural and ethnic groups that form the basis of contemporary American society.

Register here:https://joydegruypresentation.eventbrite.com

For more information, please contact Wendy Byrd at wendybyrd@ymail.com, (209) 345-9275, or, Shayla Walker, swalker@deltacollege.edu, (209) 954-5151 ext. 6334