Cornucopia of Opportunities
Practices, Partnerships and Possibilities
November 18-20, 2014
Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel & Conference Center

INTERACTIVE PLENARY, ENGAGING FATHERS - Wednesday, November 19
The purpose of the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services Region XIV Fatherhood Unit is to provide fathers with community supports that will help them realize the most that fatherhood has to offer. The Engaging Fathers presentation consists of a panel of experts who will share the struggles and successes of parenting - common, everyday fathers.  This 5-member panel come from various backgrounds (low-income to affluent) with various educational levels (GED to post-Master's degree).  However, the common thread that unites these fathers is that they love and provide for their children.  Their stories about their journey through fatherhood will leave you in absolute amazement!


SKILLS AND STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH FATHERS - Wednesday, November 19
Presenters: Darrell Green and Mildred Gallaspy, Training Specialists, Professional Excellent Program, School of Social Work, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, Georgia State University - This course focuses on the importance of fathers in children’s lives, the current research related to father involvement, and how this information can be applied throughout the child welfare continuum of services. The course includes strategies for identifying, locating and engaging fathers in the casework process, and is designed to equip case managers and supervisors to work successfully with fathers in a wide range of family situations and structures. This course is recommended for Social Services case managers and supervisors.

REVIEW the conference brochure online (applied for CEUs for NASW, LPCA and LMFT)

Electronic Brochure

REGISTER online to receive Early Registration discount through 11/4

Online Registration

RESERVE your room at the Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel & Conference Center - group rate available through October 27 or until rooms sell out. (event code: GAHSC)

Online Reservations

The Georgia Conference on Children and Families will be held this year at the Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel & Conference Center. The GCCF is the largest annual interdisciplinary event in Georgia designed to bring together the community that serves children and families. The conference will feature specialized tracks, plenary sessions and networking opportunities with the goal of improving outcomes for the children and families that we serve. This conference includes a full spectrum of disciplines and organizations serving Georgia’s children and families which includes child advocacy, juvenile justice, social service, education, and the faith-based community. The conference provides a forum to improve competencies, learn from experts in the field and network with other professionals who have a wealth of experience. Please mark your calendar for this important event. The Georgia Conference on Children & Families website: www.georgiachild.org  For more information contact office@gahsc.org or 404. 572.6170. 

Hilton Atlanta Marietta Hotel & Conference Center
500 Powder Springs St - Marietta, GA 30064
room reservations - 888.685.2500
local number  770-427-2500
online reservations - event code: GAHSC
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