If people don’t have the opportunity to heal from trauma, they may unknowingly pass it on to others through their behaviour. Their children may experience difficulties with attachment, disconnection from their extended families and culture and high levels of stress from family and community members who are dealing with the impacts of trauma. This can create developmental issues for children, who are particularly susceptible to distress at a young age. This creates a cycle of trauma, where the im

“So we have what we call intergenerational poverty, intergenerational incarceration now.” “Kinai ‘Eha (Extinguish Pain)” is a short documentary that follows the transformative journey of Jaben, a young man who was incarcerated and has been working his way through the lingering effects of childhood trauma. The film explores his path within the Kinai ‘Eha program, an innovative initiative that provides alternative education and personal empowerment for youth seeking purpose, connection, and a deep