UNL News Releases 9/24/97




For Immediate Release
Attn: News Editor
Contact: Kathleen Zumpfe
Continuing Studies
(402) 472-1922

IMPROVING FAMILY & CHILD SERVICES IS FOCUS OF UNL CONFERENCE

Lincoln (Neb.) - Sept. 24, 1997 - A conference to improve the lives of Nebraska families called "Investing in Children and Families . . . Managing Change" will run Oct. 7-8 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Coordinated by UNL's Division of Continuing Studies, the conference will feature 35 workshops for family services professionals. More than 70 experts will speak about promoting the well-being of children and families.

Featured speakers include Ronald Willis, a nationally known mental health consultant, whose message has earned him the nickname "Mr. Rogers of Mental Health;" James Caccamo, child advocate and executive director of Partnerships for Children in Kansas City; and Dr. Peter Morris, pediatrician and director of Family and Youth Success for the Wake County Human Service Agency in Raleigh, N.C.

Conference sessions will explore a variety of topics, including community service networks, youth violence, health care, family time management and developing children's potential.

For more information or to register, call the UNL Division of Continuing Studies at (402) 472-2175.


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