NYS B5 Parent Leadership Conference: Resilient Families: COVID and Beyond!
Workshop Proposal Form
Workshop length is 75 minutes, which allows for 45-60 minutes for the presentation of content and 15-30 minutes for Q&A/discussion. Deadline for proposal submission is Jan. 22, 2021.
April/May 2021
This interactive, virtual event is designed for parents to build capacity of the state's early childhood system, foster opportunities to build connections with other parents and key stakeholders and motivate parents to grow into their role as leaders through collective action in transforming their communities. The conference will be offered virtually over the course of 3 weeks, on Fridays and Saturdays, with all workshops being delivered on Saturdays at 10:30 am:
April 10
April 24
May 8
The conference focuses on strengthening partnerships with parents, expanding parent choice and increasing knowledge to ensure all children in New York State receive equitable and comprehensive service. Additionally, the conference also provides a platform for parents to connect with administrators, policy makers and service providers to understand the needs of parents.