This session will explore the research around adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and positive/protective childhood experiences (PCEs), and how this knowledge can help us better understand the experiences and needs of children and families and reduce the impact of toxic stress and trauma across the lifespan. During the presentation, Erin will talk about ACEs, PCEs, and their relationship with the social determinants health, trauma, and health inequities; toxic stress and trauma as they relate to early child development; and strategies for responding to and addressing ACEs in families and communities, increasing coping capacity, and promoting PCEs.