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Planning And Presenting A Yearly Informational Conference For Grandfamilies, Susan M. Collins 3512464
Planning And Presenting A Yearly Informational Conference For Grandfamilies, Susan M. Collins 3512464
GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy
Abstract
This practice brief describes the planning and implementation of a local yearly conference for grandparents raising grandchildren. The conference was first held in 2002, and today is offered by a task force consisting of Area Agency on Aging staff, grandparents, Human Service program staff, representatives of various provider agencies and organizations, and academics from a local university. This practice brief describes funding, venue, logistics of the conference day, topics of most interest over the years, and the challenge of reaching grandfamilies. Also described is how evaluation by grandparents has helped the conference evolve to remain relevant and meaningful for …
The 6th International Conference On The State Of Africa: Challenges And Opportunities For Sustainable Development And Peace In Africa In The 21st Century, Sisay Asefa
International Conference on African Development Archives
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A Multidisciplinary Conference On The Challenges & Opportunities For Sustainable Development In Ethiopia & The Greater Horn Of Africa
International Conference on African Development Archives
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