2002 Conference
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Dear Friend,

Please join us for one of the region’s outstanding events, the third annual “Unleashing the Power of Youth and Community Potential” conference. If you were with us before, you know what to expect. If you are considering attending this conference for the first time, here are some highlights to consider:

• This conference focuses on “what matters to youth.” not “what’s the matter with youth.”
• Youth have been an integral part of the planning, implementation and execution ofthe conference.
• Hundreds of people will attend the conference from throughout the United States. They represent schools, community-based youth serving organizations, childcare agencies, health systems, communities of faith, juvenile justice agencies, substance abuse and mental health facilities, community-minded citizens, parents and youth.
• This diverse group of people is vitally interested in discovering new ways to think, speak, behave and plan together in order to bring fresh perspectives to old problems and to focus on strength-based solutions to these challenges.

Our four nationally renowned keynote presenters this year will cover a broad range of topics such as the importance of humor and how to create a “fun community,” how to infuse a message of soul and spirituality into a pluralistic society, embracing and celebrating the rebellious nature of youth, and hearing the amazing story of how Alaska is building assets in children one village at a time. You will also have an opportunity to experience many of the topic-focused workshops and institutes offered by dynamic presenters over the two days. This year we have added two keynote addresses by youth.

Whether you first became involved in community mobilization through the Communities That Care (CTC) process, a Municipal Alliance, a Healthy Communities/Healthy Youth asset building initiative, a Community of Promise site or another grass-roots effort begun on behalf of positive youth development — you are welcome at this conference.

Come and make new friendships, renew your spirit and share your stories. You will gain new energy and creative ideas for your community. See you in October!

Sincerely,

Lee Rush, M.Ed.
Executive Director
justCommunity, Inc

www.justcommunity.com

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