10th Annual Strengthening Families Summit: The Power of Stories

70 Constitution Avenue,Concord NH 03301

22 September, 2022

Description

This year the 10th Annual Summit: The Power of Stories, will extend its lens to an important vehicle for communicating family strength: storytelling. Stories have the power to move, heal, and expand our perspectives. One personal story can influence decision-makers more powerfully than legions of protesters. We'll spend the day looking at how stories promote protective factors, explore the collection and dissemination of stories, and consider how the power of stories can be harnessed to strengthen families and build stronger communities. This year's Summit will be an engaging in-person experience that will convene parent leaders, practitioners, and community members engaged in family support and strengthening from around our state. We will prioritize showcasing NH expertise with an eye toward presenters and attendees representing the diverse cultures and perspectives in our state. The day will be one to learn, share, and recharge. Keynote Speaker: Ann Garvin, Ph.D. Ann Garvin, Ph.D. is the USA Today bestselling author of I Thought You Said This Would Work (released May 2021), I Like You Just Fine When You’re Not Around, The Dog Year, and On Maggie’s Watch. She is in the process of writing Falling In Love Is The Easy Part which will launch in 2022. Ann worked as an RN and after receiving her Ph.D. taught Exercise Physiology, Sport Psychology Nutrition, Stress Management, and Global Health for thirty years in the University of Wisconsin system. She currently teaches creative writing at Drexel University in their low residency Masters of Fine Arts program and has held positions at Miami University and Southern New Hampshire in their Masters of Fine Arts Creative Writing programs. Ann is the founder of the multiple award-winning Tall Poppy Writers where she is committed to helping women writers succeed. She is a sought-after speaker on writing, leadership, and health and has taught extensively in NY, San Francisco, LA, Boston, and at festivals across the country. We will be pursuing CEUs for this event including Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the National Association of Social Workers, NH Chapter. and the Board of Licensing for Alcohol & Other Drug Use Professionals. After the event, you will receive a survey that will include details concerning approved CEUs and professional development and/or contact hours. You must complete the survey to receive CEUs and a certificate of attendance that will cite the hours of instruction.