Advancing Education & Inspiring Advocacy

The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation’s education and advocacy efforts empower individuals and communities with lifesaving knowledge and resources.

From training programs to public awareness campaigns and legislative efforts, the Stepping Strong Center is committed to advancing trauma prevention and care. Together, we are shaping a future where preparedness and innovation saves lives.

7,800+  people

trained in lifesaving techniques

16  fellows

have led the way in trauma innovation for the next generation

25+  initiatives

participated in to drive change in the field of trauma care

Our Education & Advocacy Programs

Public Emergency Response Trainings

Minutes matter in an emergency. Through our Stepping Strong Emergency Response Trainings, our team empowers community members to respond to emergencies in the minutes before help arrives by teaching lifesaving skills to control traumatic blood loss, administer opioid overdose reversal medication, and prevent suicide.

Fellowship Program

Through the Stepping Strong Fellowship program, healthcare professionals are trained to become the next generation of medical leaders. The program offers educational and funding opportunities, allowing fellows to collaborate with established experts, deepen their understanding of traumatic injury, and apply their knowledge to better care for trauma patients around the world.

Advocacy Work

The Stepping Strong Center advocates for trauma survivors and injury prevention through various initiatives aimed at raising awareness, supporting policy change, and improving community safety. Initiatives include writing memos, testifying before legislative bodies, and engaging directly with policymakers to drive meaningful change.

Clinical and community education are essential in preventing injuries and improving trauma care. By empowering individuals with knowledge and amplifying their voices, the Stepping Strong Center creates a foundation for a future where individuals take control of their health, communities are more resilient, and health outcomes are improved for all.

Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH
Stepping Strong Injury Prevention Program Director
Deputy Director, Center for Surgery and Public Health, Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Your gift today can transform trauma care and save lives tomorrow.