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-Keynote-
-Keynote-
Hear the story of one man's journey from being part of the problem, to being a part of the solution in preventing violence and abuse.
Presented by:
Graham Goulden | Cultivating Minds, UK, Scotland
Today, our communities, our state and our nation struggle to effectively address long standing issues related to race and gender equality. Everywhere, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and in some cases women and girls feel pushed to the margins of society by dominant culture. We are hopeful for positive change. As citizens, neighbors, students, friends, and family members--we owe it to ourselves to support one another and find meaningful ways to safely engage in discussions and dialogue--where all voices are heard and respected and where barriers and walls of division can be lowered. Change is needed and necessary.
Presented by:
Alan Heisterkamp | Director, Center for Violence Prevention
Chad Elsberry | Assistant Director, Iowa High School Athletic Association
David Harris | Athletic Director, University of Northern Iowa
This session will explores the different ways in which student leadership can be utilized to promote healthy relationships and build positive culture and climate in school communities.
Presented by:
Chad Elsberry | Assistant Director, Iowa High School Athletic Association
Graham Goulden brought Iowa's version of the MVP model to secondary schools in the UK - Scotland, in 2012. In this video, Graham will walk you through a handful of leadership and bystander activities that will strengthen your knowledge, skills and confidence in becoming the best mentor you can be. The message here gets at the heart of being the best friend, classmate or teammate you can be.
Presented by:
Graham Goulden | Cultivating Minds, UK, Scotland
Do you know your rights under public law 92-318? In this session, college senior, Caleb Gipple, shares his knowledge and insight on federal law, Title IX, and share nine key areas that are relevant for secondary students today.
Presented by:
Caleb Gipple | Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity, University of Northern Iowa
-Facilitation Skills-
-Facilitation Skills-
Recognizing what harm and abuse in relationships looks like and sounds is an important skill to have. Conversely, acknowledging the vast array of respectful behaviors we all desire is equally important. Promoting and modeling respectful behavior requires action!
Presented by:
Bobby Dennis | Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health, Lamar University
Recognizing what harm and abuse in relationships looks like and sounds is an important skill to have. Conversely, acknowledging the vast array of respectful behaviors we all desire is equally important. Promoting and modeling respectful behavior requires action!
Presented by:
Lynne Cornelius | Violence Prevention Coordinator, Drake University
Forum theatre has been around for over 50 years. Discover the power that forum theatre has in connecting people together to work out solutions to life's everyday problems. This video session will inspire and encourage you to imagine how role playing and forum theatre can make your MVP scenario sessions come alive!
Presented by:
Orion Risk | Graduate Student, Interdisciplinary Theatre Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison
-Healthy Relationships-
-Healthy Relationships-
Sexual assault prevention specialists provide important and valuable information to school educators, parents and students across the state of Iowa. Here first hand from an expert in the field on what constitutes healthy relationships, what to look for or pay attention to in potentially abusive relationships, and what you can do if someone you know discloses that they've been harmed by an intimate partner.
Presented by:
Raechel Breyer | Sexual Assault Advocate, Riverview Center
The MVP model is a tool. It provides an avenue to support safe spaces for teens and young adults to talk about healthy relationships and what distinguishes them from unhealthy relationships. Prevention specialists play an important role in supporting schools and MVP mentors in their efforts to promote positive peer relationships and safe schools.
Presented by:
Emilee Birchard | Prevention Specialist, Catholic Charities
Consent and health relationships go hand in hand. Learn more about the moral agency and ethical perspectives and responsibilities we have toward ourselves and each other as we navigate in and out of our personal and intimate relationships.
Presented by:
Alysa Mozak | MVP Trainer, Des Moines, Iowa
-Mental Well-Being & Mindfulness-
-Mental Well-Being & Mindfulness-
Featured on ESPN, NPR and many other media outlets, this session will introduce the power of meditation and its impact on performing at our best. Best practices in mindfulness and meditation will be explained and demonstrated utilizing the findings of modern neuroscience along with accessible ways to incorporate these practices into our daily lives.
Presented by:
Chad McGehee | Director of Mediation, University of Wisconsin Athletics Department | McGehee Meditation Consulting
In this video, Melissa shares her thoughts and insights on the connections between mental health, violence and trauma. Numerous examples of "real life scenarios" will provide you with a wealth of information that will serve you well as a mentor in violence prevention.
Presented by:
Melissa Vine | Mental Health Counselor, Des Moines, IA
-Race & Diversity-
-Race & Diversity-
How do we grow as human beings in our understanding of racial and ethnical diversity? What does it mean to be an anti-racist? How do we "call in" our friends, family members and co-workers when derogatory or degrading remarks are made? This session will provide important and necessary information on how we can all work to create a more open and inclusive school environment and community for everyone.
Presented by:
Soumya Palreddy | Psychologist, Consultant, National Trainer, Author
This breakout session will help inform you on ways to effectively facilitate discussions around privilege and implicit bias - what they are and what they look and sound like. The sky is the limit when it comes to invoking youth leadership and allyship around issues that are important, relevant and vital to creating and maintaining positive, social change. Learn how best to support inclusive and respectful environments where everyone can grow and thrive together.
Presented by:
Kimberly Fitten | PReSet Consulting, LLC, Iowa City, Iowa
Talking about race and diversity can be challenging and difficult. The more we share and communicate our thoughts, ideas and experiences, the better we are able to understand and have empathy for others. Listen to Adara as she shares some of her personal moments talking about race.
Presented by:
Adara Opiola | UNI Senior, Softball Team Member
Continue your journey on helping your peer groups, your school and your community on being inclusive and welcoming to those who are different from you. Continue the conversation with Adara as she walks us through the differences between Not Racist and Anti-Racist. Listen and watch this video if you want to increase your knowledge and confidence in leading and facilitation conversations around race.
Presented by:
Adara Opiola | UNI Senior, Softball Team Member
Students demonstrate leadership in many (traditional) ways - in the classroom, on the athletic field, on the stage, in student government or in a choir. Students can also lead by identifying a need in their school or in the broader community and then do something unique or different to create positive change. Hear from Adara again as she shares her story about the Unity Walk at the University of Northern Iowa.
Presented by:
Adara Opiola | UNI Senior, Softball Team Member
-Social Media-
-Social Media-
What do you do if you become the target of cyberbullying? What do you say or do if someone you know and care about is being harmed over social media? This session will review 10 great tips of which to be mindful in order to prevent cyberbullying.
Presented by:
Terese Jurgensen | Education Program Consultant, Iowa Department of Education
-Victim Advocacy-
-Victim Advocacy-
Trigger warning: this video contains language that describes the reality of sex trafficking in our state and around the globe.
Human and sex trafficking is a form of modern day slavery in the United States and around the world. It thrives because there is a serious demand for it. Watch and listen as documentary film maker, Vanesa McNeal, uncovers some of the myths and misperceptions of sex trafficking, as well as being mindful and alert to subtle ways this invisible crime appears in broad daylight.
Presented by:
Vanesa McNeal | National Speaker, Documentary Film Maker
Trigger warning: this video contains language that describes the experience of a survivor of sexual assault.
What do you do if you suspect a friend or someone close to you has been a victim of assault? How do you show up? What do you say? To whom do you go for help and support? Hear from Megan as she shares a personal story of friendship, victimization and response. Her story provides some insight as to why most victims of sexual assault find it difficult to report. (Mature audience)
Presented by:
Megan Boone | Social Worker
Trigger warning: this video contains language that describes a physical attack perpetrated by an intimate partner.
In this video, Kate Riley bravely shares her story of surviving a violent attack from a partner. Running Red Lights brings to life the reality of domestic violence that occurs in families and communities across the state and examines the existence of numerous warning signs and "red lights" that preceded Kate's attack. Her story is a testament to the power, determination and courage of those who have experienced violence at the hands of an intimate partner.
Presented by:
Kate Riley | Survivor of Domestic Violence
-MVP Implementation & Sustainability-
-MVP Implementation & Sustainability-
The Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School MVP Story. Hear directly from one of Iowa's leading MVP school coordinators share the ups and downs, ins and outs, of organizing and facilitating the MVP model in a high school setting. Learn more about how Kennedy High School shares the goals and objectives of MVP, trains student mentors, organizes time during the school week to engage underclassmen and much more.
Presented by:
Jennifer Wagner | At-Risk Interventionist, Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School
The Southeast Polk High School MVP Story. Hear directly from one of Iowa's leading MVP school coordinators share the ups and downs, ins and outs, of organizing and facilitating the MVP model in a high school setting. Learn more about how Southeast Polk High School shares the goals and objectives of MVP, trains student mentors, organizes time during the school week to engage underclassmen and much more.
Presented by:
Jason Nolting | Teacher, Coach, Southeast Polk High School
Identifying, recruiting and training a diverse group of student mentors are the building blocks on which a strong and effective MVP model is created. Hear from colleagues in the field who take this responsibility very seriously and have fun doing it! Go Bobcats!
Presented by:
Jocelyn Frohwein and Chad Weir | Teachers, Marshalltown High School
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