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Hi This was sent to us for distribution. Please do not respond to the list address. Thanks. Mark. ------- Forwarded Message Follows ------- From: DANIEL DINNELL <[log in to unmask]> To: "[log in to unmask]" <[log in to unmask]> Subject: INTERNATIONAL PARENT TO PARENT CONFERENCE Date sent: Wed, 28 Apr 1999 08:57:01 -0700 CALL FOR PAPERS is available for presentation at the International Parent to Parent conference May 5-7, 2000, in Reno, Nevada. Please pass this information along to all who might be interested! Let The Adventure Begin - International Parent to Parent Conference 2000 Presents: "Pioneer Spirit - Blazing New Trails" Nevada will host this 10th biennial "parent to parent" conference, one of the largest conferences of parents and families in the world. It has enjoyed the attendance of individuals from as far away as Russia, India, South Africa, Afghanistan, Norway, Guam, New Zealand and Japan as well as many other countries. This International Parent to Parent Conference will again bring parents/families and professionals from around the world together to share and learn from each other about how best to support families and develop best practices for people with disabilities as we transition into the 21st Century. The theme acknowledges and celebrates parent to parent models and philosophies and embraces the growing recognition that it is important for families with children with special needs to know where we've been, why we are here, and where we are going. Pioneering traditions create a culture in which it is necessary to exert strong leadership roles. Research indicates that families connected to a peer support network are more knowledgeable about resources, have a greater sense of empowerment, are more hopeful, and generally have a more positive attitude about their lives and the future of their children's lives. The goal of this international conference is to showcase the most innovative programs and "best practices" in the area of culturally competent, family-centered services. We hope to increase understanding, convey information, provide practical applications, and/or change attitudes. We are committed to featuring current topics and issues that embodies a pledge to work collectively, across all disciplines and cultures, and to develop innovative solutions well into the 21st century. The Conference is organized to include plenary and key issues sessions, workshops, skill seminars, round tables, and think tanks. The conference will feature presentations from program leaders, family advocates, family members, individuals with special needs, case managers, administrators, policymakers, service providers, researchers, educators and others. Who should present? The vision reaches out to individuals with special needs, child and family advocates, social workers, psychologists, educators, health care professionals, physicians, government leaders, policy makers, researchers, clergy members, corporate leaders, volunteers, and anyone else interested. The audience of this Conference is diverse. Come join us for the adventure and experience of a lifetime Host: Nevada University Affiliated Programs and Nevada Parent Network Date: May 5-7, 2000 Place: Reno Hilton Casino and Resort, Reno, Nevada (Information on the Hilton can be found at www.renohilton.net ) All information for submitting proposals can be found through this link http://www.unr.edu/repc/npn/ or directly at http://www.unr.edu/repc/npn/p2p2000/index.html Exhibitors information and Conference registration is expected to be on line by July 1, 1999. Host Address: Nevada University Affiliated Programs UNR - REPC/285 Reno, NV 89557 Phone: (775) 784-4921 or FAX: (775) 784-4997 LISTSERVE: We have set up a listserve for the International Parent to Parent Conference. This way we can electronically send updates about the conference, registration materials, call for papers, etc. to all who are interested in getting info on the conference. PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. (Errors due to typos are the most common cause of failed messages.) 1. Send an email to the following address: [log in to unmask] 2. On the subject line of the email type: subscribe p2pinfo You don't need to send a message in the body of the email. As soon as your request is received, an email message will be sent back with offered of historical mining town Virginia City and the Cartwright's Ponderosa Ranch of TV's Bonanza fame! %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%