Tuesday, November 18, 2014

"Speak Up for Children" Training for Virginia Advocates

SCAN of Northern Virginia

On Tuesday, November 18th, SCAN will partner with Prevent Child Abuse Virginia to host a “Speak Up for Children” Training for Virginia Advocates. Participants will better understand the legislative process and learn how to be an effective advocate. They’ll also hear policy advocates and legislators discuss some of the key issues affecting vulnerable children and families which will be on the agenda in the upcoming Virginia General Assembly session. Legislative panelists include Senator Barker, Senator Favola, Delegate Hope, Delegate Lopez, Delegate Albo and Delegate Herring. Policy discussions will include Foster Care and Adoption, Mental Health Resources for Virginia’s Youth and Human Trafficking. RSVP by November 11, 2014.

Event Information


  • When: Tuesday, November 18, 2014 (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
  • Where: Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church, 2001 Sherwood Hall Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306   map
  • Fee: $20
  • Contact: Tracy Leonard, (703) 820-9001
  • For more information: click here
Tuesday, November 18, 2014 9:30 AM Tuesday, November 18, 2014 4:00 PM America/New_York \"Speak Up for Children\" Training for Virginia Advocates http://www.scanva.org/scan-sets-date-for-advocacy-day-november/ On Tuesday, November 18th, SCAN will partner with Prevent Child Abuse Virginia to host a “Speak Up for Children” Training for Virginia Advocates. Participants will better understand the legislative process and learn how to be an effective advocate. They’ll also hear policy advocates and legislators discuss some of the key issues affecting vulnerable children and families which will be on the agenda in the upcoming Virginia General Assembly session. Legislative panelists include Senator Barker, Senator Favola, Delegate Hope, Delegate Lopez, Delegate Albo and Delegate Herring. Policy discussions will include Foster Care and Adoption, Mental Health Resources for Virginia’s Youth and Human Trafficking. RSVP by November 11, 2014. Volunteers? From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=4482 Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church 2001 Sherwood Hall Lane Alexandria VA 22306 Sarah Self sself@scanva.org