The landmark Virginia Advisory Commission for Men and Boys and the Virginia Coalition for Boys and Men are hosting this incredible event:
The Virginia Blueprint: A Summit Advancing Men and Boys
The Virginia Blueprint: A Summit Advancing Men and Boys
Real Solutions from People Doing the Work
September 18
General Assembly Building
Richmond
Confirmed speakers include:
- Richard Reeves, American Institute for Boys and Men
- Virginia House Speaker Don Scott
- Del. Josh Thomas, chief patron of legislation that formed the Virginia Advisory Commission for Men and Boys
This day will not focus on explaining issues facing boys and men. Thanks to the good work of countless people including the leaders listed above, those issues are now widely understood.
It is time to hear from folks who have been working on serving men, boys, fathers and their families and communities for years and decades.
September 18 is about learning from the success of Virginia lawmakers and gleaning wisdom and tactics from those successfully serving men and boys, on the ground, in Virginia and around the country.
The Virginia Blueprint is focused on community-building and amplifying best practices.
Scaling Successful Boys and Mens Programs
Check out the summit agenda. Highlights include:
- Social Impact Shark Tank: Pitch your new boys/men program and a panel will choose a $10,000 winner.
Apply: Shark Tank - Rapid-Fire Proof of Practice: 7-minute presentations from program leaders highlighting what works, lessons learned, and scalable strategies.
Apply: Proof of Practice - Reverse Panels: Practitioners ask questions of experts
- Advocates seek advice from policy-makers
- Public health leaders question researchers
- Nonprofit leaders question funders
- Intentional Networking: Breakfast, lunch and happy hours that facilitate meaningful connections and community beyond the summit. Skip the small talk en lieu of life-changing conversations.
Many exciting details coming!