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Our Lives Our Voices Series: Power of Youth Advocacy Virtual Workshop REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-of-youth-advocacy-tickets-123738241411

This workshop is part of the free Our Lives Our Lungs Youth Empowerment Series for Burlington middle and high school aged youth interested in opportunities to learn skills to advocate for positive changes about issues they care about.

Communication expert Colin Ryan is on a mission to connect important messages to the audiences who need to hear them. Drawing on 10+ years experience as a professional speaker and comedian, Colin now trains students, educators and professionals in the skills of authenticity (telling stories, adding humor, strategic vulnerability, empathetic listening) that transform untrained experts into unforgettable ambassadors.

Colin will share how to connect, communicate, and foster change. Skills covered:

Sharing your “Why” Story (because why you personally care about what you’re saying is often your best argument);
How to be Respectfully Funny (and why humor is an important tool that strengthens your impact, undercuts over-earnestness, and makes your message memorable.)
Everyone who registers will be emailed a link to attend the event by Zoom.

To learn more about the Our Lives Our Lung Series and sign up to receive information about the amazing free workshops, self-care activities and social events offered for teens in Burlington go to this link: burlingtonpartnership.org/2020/08/olov/

Hidden in Plain Sight – an interactive workshop designed to give parents the tools they need to start conversations about substance use. 

REGISTER HERE: 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hidden-in-plain-sight-virtual-presentation-tickets-122771933157

Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/dfd-fdjd-dgk

Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Join Zoom Meeting: https://uvmcom.zoom.us/j/123552961. Password: pedsgr

To access by phone: +16468769923, meeting ID 123552961#

Panelists: 

• Marisa Bolognese, MA – Interim Coordinator, Prevention Works!VT
• Mariah Sanderson – Coalition Director, Burlington Partnership for a Healthy Community
• Lindsay Kenney, M.P.H. – Evaluation Analyst, Public Consulting Group
• Samantha J. Kelly, M.S. – Project Manager, Public Consulting Group
• Jill Rinehart, M.D. – Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics, UVM Larner College of Medicine, Pediatric Residency Director, Pediatric Primary Care Physician, UVM Children’s Hospital

Our Voices Xposed (OVX) youth leaders and a Vermont key decision maker will join community members for a powerful discussion on the effects of tobacco and vaping in young Vermonters’ lives.

Virtual Town Hall featuring a Vermont state legislator and Our Voices Xposed (OVX) youth leaders will begin at 12:30 PM and conclude at 1:15 PM. 

Youth are invited to stay on the call for a workshop to write a letter to their legislator from 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ovx-virtual-town-hall-tickets-136295037125

The more often youth are exposed to flavored tobacco products and advertising, the more likely they are to start using tobacco.

To learn more about the harms of tobacco and vaping to young Vermonters, check out:

COVID-19 and Tobacco Use
CounterBalanceVT.com
CounterBalance Fact Sheet

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cannabis-what-parents-need-to-know-tickets-140885254589

Cannabis is the most widely used illicit drug among youth today and is more potent than ever. The chances of our kids encountering cannabis in their tweens and teens have only increased with the passing of Act 164, the new law that allows retailers to sell cannabis starting in October 2022.

Teens and young adults are especially susceptible to the negative effects of any drug use, including cannabis. Evidence has shown that cannabis use can lead to cognitive and psychiatric problems, impede academic success, and diminish well-being.

This ParentIN sponsored presentation with child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. David Rettew, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, will inform parents about the research, trends, and myths related to cannabis use so they can feel prepared and comfortable to talk about this issue with their kids. Dr. Rettew will also introduce his new book, Parenting Made Complicated, which was released this month.

Email Mariah to get the Zoom Meeting information. 
Mariah@burlingtonpartnership.org

Email Mariah to get the Zoom Meeting information. 
Mariah@burlingtonpartnership.org

Featuring Keynote Speaker, Senator Kesha Ram

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Kicking off Prevention Day 2021, Prevention Works!VT invites you to participate in an advocacy training designed for prevention stakeholders: 
Advocacy in a Virtual World
Wednesday, March 10th from 12 noon to 1:30pm
 
With remote meetings dominating the way business is done by legislators, learn how legislators are working online and how to be effective in this new “virtual Statehouse.” We’ll discuss the importance of building relationships with legislators, how to make the most of an opportunity to testify, and how to follow up with legislators and keep the conversation going after you have had a meeting or testified at a hearing. We’ll take a little tour of the legislative website so you can find what you need to engage in the process, and we’ll also talk about how to know when you are “lobbying.” Join us for this training so you will have the tools you need to be effective in this new environment. The training will be offered by Amy Shollenberger of Action Circles.
 
Who should participate? Prevention Coalition staff, members, leadership (steering committees and boards), youth, and all stakeholders.
 Register Here Download Flyer Here
 Questions can be sent to PW!VT at beth.pwvt@gmail.com