Leadership, Trauma, and the Struggle with Hope - Dallas

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April 25–26, 2025

Central Commons
4711 Westside Dr, Dallas, TX, USA

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In today’s world, leaders face a relentless tide of trauma, disillusionment, and uncertainty.

Whether in ministry, mental health, nonprofit, or justice work, those who guide others often bear the weight of profound suffering – both their own and that of the communities they serve.

In a world that is heavy with cynicism and despair, how do you continue to lead others honestly and courageously? Do you desire to lead others with a hopeful imagination, but often feel isolated, confused, and exhausted?

These are the pressing questions we will explore at the heart of Leadership, Trauma, and the Struggle with Hope, an event series hosted by the Allender Center and The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. Join Dr. J. Derek McNeil, Dr. Dan Allender, and Shauna Gauthier in Dallas in thoughtful dialogue around the modern challenges of leadership.

At the core of this event is a simple yet profound truth: hope is not a solitary pursuit. It is cultivated in relationships, in community, and in honest conversations about the tensions between action and surrender, faith and doubt, grief and healing.

Weaving together the topics of leadership, trauma, and hope our event will provide an integrative framework that helps participants grow anticipation for our collective sustainable future.