Ideas into Action 2021

National Safe Place Network (NSPN) invites youth service providers of all levels to register for Ideas into Action. This virtual convene will be held Thursday, October 7, 2021, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT.

Ideas into Action differs from a traditional conference or web-based presentation. NSPN created this one-day event in response to the need for solutions to ongoing challenges in communities and work voiced by NPSN affiliates. This event is designed to provide thought leaders the opportunity to listen, discuss, and plan for change around important topics affecting youth.

Ideas into Action is ideal for someone wishing to create action to make change and not just hear more about the problem. 

Sessions

To facilitate deep learning and reinforce organizational implementation, there will be three sessions for each topic.

• Priority Topic Presentations
  Participants will hear a presentation on their topic of choice from a nationally recognized expert in the field.
  
  
• Idea Exchange
  Participants will discuss perspectives and exchange ideas of action.
  
  
• Action Planning Session
  Participants will define individual and organizational strategies; identify potential barriers to implementation; and strengthen solutions for youth, families, organizations, and communities.

Participants of this event will be able to walk away with an action plan with concrete goals and strategies developed with the support of colleagues from across the country. All participants will come together at the end of the event to share key takeaways from each topic. 

Priority Topics

Participants may choose one of the following priority topics as their primary focus for the event.

• Navigating Difficult Conversations about Bias, Race, and Privilege
  Presented by Dr. Kim Frierson, DSW, CYC-P

• The Impact of Organizational Culture and Climate on Efforts to Achieve Mission
  Presented by Tammy L. Hopper, MSW, CYC-P

• Understanding the Psychological Impact of Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking on Children and Families and Addressing Barriers to Effective Intervention
  Presented by Elizabeth Hopper, Ph.D.

For a well-rounded experience, organizations are encouraged to register at least one staff member to participate in sessions from each topic and connect for team strategic planning following the virtual convene. 

Registration Fee

Ideas into Action Schedule

Registration

Register for Ideas into Action today. Registration closes Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

Click here to register for Ideas into Action.

As we work together toward the vision of a world where all youth are safe, NSPN looks forward to hearing your voice, your experience, your knowledge, and your ideas on October 7, 2021, for the Ideas into Action virtual convene.