What if every child had adults who looked beyond behavior to see the need underneath? Drawing from decades of experience in juvenile justice, residential treatment, schools, child welfare, and communities, Dr. Daren Jones will demonstrate why Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) is more than a parenting model—it is a relational framework for everyone who walks alongside children and families. This keynote will challenge participants to move beyond inspiration into courageous implementation by exploring the often-overlooked gap between theory and practice—the distance between knowing and living it. Through powerful stories and practical insights, Dr. Jones will invite participants to examine how everyday interactions shape culture, relationships, and healing. Rather than simply understanding the principles of TBRI®, attendees will be challenged to embody them by practicing connection when it matters most and creating environments where children and families can truly flourish. Session Objective: Describe how the principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) provide a relational framework for supporting children, families, and the systems that serve them. Recognize the gap between understanding trauma-informed principles and implementing them consistently in everyday interactions and decision-making. Identify practical strategies for embodying the principles of TBRI® to foster connection, create felt safety, and promote healing within relationships and organizations.