The KIDS Network is pleased to announce the Bridges to Resilience Conference, taking place October 11, 2018 from 8am-5pm at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott in Buellton. This conference is for anyone who works with children and/or youth and their families in Santa Barbara County: social workers, educators, early care providers, family advocates, probation officers, law enforcement, health and mental health professionals, resource families, and community partners. Read on for more information, a printable flyer, and registration information.
Presentations and breakout sessions will provide opportunities to deepen conversations, strengthen relationships and share practical information in order to:
- Build a trauma-informed and resiliency-focused community
- Facilitate strong connections between schools, families and community partners
- Increase knowledge of resources and tools for prevention and early intervention
- Inspire, engage and invigorate the work force •Improve outcomes for children, youth and families
This is the third annual Bridges to Resilience conference. The conference has fueled a growing awareness across service sectors about the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the importance of working collaboratively to support the health and well-being of children and youth in our community.