June 1, 2012: Safe & Welcoming Schools Conference: Preventing Bullying in Schools & Communities
Description: This one-day interactive conference is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of strategies to prevent and handle bullying situations. Experts and practitioners from the fields of education, counseling, law, and public health will provide Georgia-specific perspectives on how to promote safe schools and communities. Presentation topics will include: creating safe zones for diverse students, developing legal remedies for bullying, reducing bullying against LGBTQ youth, implementing strategies to improve family support for at-risk students, and exploring connections between bullying and educational outcomes. Educators, researchers, and youth will discuss practical considerations of implementing bullying prevention policies and programs.
Cost: $150.00 (includes conference materials, two refreshment breaks and lunch)
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