girl scouts of the colonial coast
Date: Saturday, August 14, 2021
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Join Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast on Saturday, August 14, 2021, at 8:30 a.m., as we Rise Up to the challenge of learning more about difficult issues and situations adults and youth face and how we can make a difference- open to all adults - volunteers, caregivers and alum.
During virtual workshop sessions we will talk about sensitive issues that affect adults and youth around us in sessions like "We all Have Mental Health," where you'll join Michelle Peterson, Executive Director of The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation, as she talks about a great program available for free to Girl Scout troops and their adults.
The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation provides lifesaving programs for teens and adults that address depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention awareness and that inform, educate, and stop the stigma around mental health and is a great way to get the conversation started. Participants will learn about mental health and how to keep it in good shape, as well as tactics for coping when stress or other things derail your mental health.
You'll also hear from Lisa Kersey, Executive Director for Virginia Beach Justice Initiative, as she tackles "Human Trafficking in Hampton Roads" which she calls "the most invisible social justice issue of our time" and "a community problem that requires a community response."
Guest can also expect to hear from Nicole Notowitz, an exceptional children's teacher in Orange County, North Carolina with 16 years of experience, as she talks about "Disability Awareness and Acceptance." You'll find out how disabilities affect behaviors and learn tips and techniques for including all girls in all activities.
Our fourth speaker is Rebecca Headings, the Primary Prevention Specialist for Samaritan House. Rebecca joined the Samaritan House Team in 2003 as a Children’s Advocate and has provided services to children and adults in many outreach and prevention roles over the last 17 years. During the session, "Recognizing and Responding to Domestic and Sexual Violence in Youth," she will share abuse prevention techniques, the definition of "abuse" and more to help you advocate for yourself and show your Girl Scouts to do the same in an age-appropriate manner.
Stick around to hear from all of our awesome speakers! At the end of the event, attendees will have the opportunity to receive one of our fabulous door prizes for joining our learning experience. You must be present to win so be sure to stay tuned until the end!
Register now so you don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to learn more! The Zoom link will be shared with you prior to the event.
