PIP Learning Series: Fostering Interactions That Build Community
Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CT
Youth come to our programs with issues on their mind and in their hearts. As we transition back from virtual learning, it is important to rebuild community in the education setting through the creation of safe environments where youth can process their thoughts and feelings. This interactive training will provide participants with strategies for using various types of community circles in a youth program and allow participants to experience participating in them as well. Morning meetings, closing meetings, restorative justice circles and community circles help build strong communities for our youth that create a foundation for healthy social and emotional growth.
Note: This training will be presented live on Zoom and recorded for future viewing. One Social Work CE credit/contact hour will be provided for this event after evaluation feedback is received.
Presented by Suzy Filardo and Olga Gonzalez:
Suzy Filardo, Partnership Coach, Masters in Education
After craving a more holistic approach to education, Suzy left the role of traditional classroom teacher and began her career in the youth development field. For the last 13 years, Suzy has been a coach, curriculum writer, program director, and facilitator at various youth development nonprofits in Boston MA, Portland Oregon, and now Dallas Texas.
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Olga Gonzales, Vice President of Program Services
Olga W. Gonzalez just recently moved to Dallas from Austin, where she studied Organizational Communications at St. Edwards University. She is an after-school professional and has experience working in the OST (out-of-school) space for over 20 years. Olga is passionate about the importance and role that after school programs provide for youth, which includes providing a safe and enriching environment. She is currently the Vice President of Program Services for Dallas Afterschool.
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