What's the difference between advocacy and lobbying? Advocacy can be a powerful prevention strategy, but non-profit organizations often do not advocate because of concerns that advocacy could cross the line into lobbying. This training will define advocacy and what is allowable for a 501(c)(3) organization, discuss the difference between lobbying and advocacy, and share how...
Parent Education Night co-sponsored by Stanford School of Medicine and Marin County Public Schools New tobacco/nicotine and cannabis products are infiltrating the market. Dr. Bonnie Halpern's presentation will include: By the end of this talk, attendees will: Questions? Email Lesley Pfeiffer at lpfeiffer@marinschools.org Uso de cigarrillos electrónicos y cannabis en jóvenes Oradora LUNES 13 de...
In the second community discussion in the 2023-24 series, our presenting speaker, Dr. Aran Watson, will share his expertise in adolescent development, emphasizing the unique strengths and challenges. He will discuss youth-informed coping strategies to guide caregivers and youth support staff to best serve adolescents' needs during this developmental stage – including areas of mental...
Join advocate and author of “Beautiful Boy: A Father’s Journey through his Son’s Addiction” as he discusses his experience raising children in Marin County, and what it was like to have a child addicted to substances. Interpretation available. Navegando por el uso de sustancias entre los jóvenes - con el Autor más vendido del New...
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West Marin Community Services in Partnership with Shoreline Unified Presents "Song for Charlie" Parent Education Night Become educated about fentanyl and the increasing risk of overdose facing our communities. This January, Shoreline Unified is hosting middle and high school assemblies and a parent education event provided by Song for Charlie. Song for Charlie is a...
Supporting LGBTQ+ Students & Families Family & Caregiver Series Learn ways local family members, caregivers, and supportive adults care for and support LGBTQ+ youth in their lives. Oradora principal Janna Barkin (ella) y Panel: Padres de jóvenes LGBTQ+ el 30 de enero 2024 | a las 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Apoyando a estudiantes y...
Is screen time causing a daily struggle in your home? A virtual live education series for parents and caregivers. This series will provide practical support for families to create a healthy and balanced relationship with technology. Join Jill Boeri, MS, LMFT *INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL PREVIA SOLICITUD, CON 3 DÍAS DE ANTICIPACIÓN. 4°- 6° Grado: ¿Está...
Is screen time causing a daily struggle in your home? A virtual live education series for parents and caregivers. This series will provide practical support for families to create a healthy and balanced relationship with technology. Join Jill Boeri, MS, LMFT *INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL PREVIA SOLICITUD, CON 3 DÍAS DE ANTICIPACIÓN. 7°- 8° Grado: ¿Está...
In the third community discussion in the 2023-24 series, our presenting speaker, Annie Egan, returns to the Let’s Talk Program for a deeper dive into parenting and the integral impact you have on your teen. Learn about the variety of parenting styles and which one continues to rise to the top as most effective, and...