BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GCAPP - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:GCAPP X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.gcapp.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GCAPP REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220602T182749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T150956Z UID:4358-1654686000-1654693200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Community Conversation in Thomas County DESCRIPTION:NAVIGATING ADOLESCENCE\nUniting resources to improve the health & social well-being of youth\n\nA COMMUNITY CONVERSATION\nYou’re invited to an important Thomasville event around the health and wellness of youth in Thomas County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these tumultuous times.\n\n\nDate: June 8\, 2022\n\n\nTime: 11am-1pm (Lunch provided)\n\n\nLocation: Covey Nest\, home of the Covey Film Festival\n\n\n210 West Jackson Street\, Thomasville\, GA 31792\n\n\nPlease join us for creative solutions and stay for terrific giveaways\, including a $100 gift certificate along with a hearty GCAPP gift bag. For more information or to RSVP\, please send your name\, title\, organization\, and email address: info@gcapp.org\, or register below.\n\n\n\n\nThomas County Community Conversation Registration\nThomas County Community Conversation Registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Name\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Email\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Title (if applicable)\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n Organization (if applicable)\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n County\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n If you are human\, leave this field blank. \n \n \n \n\nSubmit URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/community-conversation-in-thomas-county/ LOCATION:Covey Nest\, 210 West Jackson Street\, Thomasville\, GA\, 31792\, United States CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220528T154126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220528T154435Z UID:4343-1655283600-1655308800@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Super Wednesday | Macon Bibb DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 15   |   9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nA FREE youth empowerment program about making good choices. Each participant gets a $200 stipend at the end of the day for completing the Super Wednesday workshops.\nREGISTER HERE!\nTeens will receive breakfast\, lunch\, refreshments\, and breaks throughout\nthe day. Open to teens (13-19) who live in Bibb County. Parents are\nwelcome to sit in. Giveaways/Raffles include: door prizes\, Six Flags\nvouchers\, Air Pods\, and gift certificates. Teens under 18 will need parental\npermission to attend.\nThe Administration Building on the Lundy Chapel campus   |\n2081 Forest Hill Road\, Macon\, GA 31210\n\nFor a better shot in life\, it’s important that teens avoid becoming high school parents before becoming high school graduates. Super Wednesday\, a day of youth empowerment\, is all about that\, and more. Expect workshops on Confidence\, Good decision making\, Negotiation\, Refusal skills\, Goal setting\, and much more!\n_____________________________________ \nBrought to you by Aligning Community Systems for Optimal Adolescent Health – Macon-Bibb \n\nUnited Way of Central Georgia\nMotivating Youth Foundation\nCommunities in Schools of Central Georgia\nBibb Community Partnership URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/super-wednesday-macon-bibb/ LOCATION:Lundy Chapel Administrative Building\, 2081 Forest Hill Road\, Macon\, GA\, 31210-1404 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/webheader.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T090000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220322T193039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T154825Z UID:3561-1655625600-1655629200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:The Metropolitan 5K DESCRIPTION:GCAPP and Cause of E.F.F.E.C.T are partnering to host The Metropolitan 5K on June 19. Cause of E.F.F.E.C.T\, the community-focused arm of E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness\, strives to promote health and overall wellness throughout Metro Atlanta to address various diseases that disproportionately affect young people and adults alike in Georgia\, particularly in the Black community. The Metropolitan 5K brings together neighborhoods and whole communities to support individuals and families and inspire them to commit to their physical and mental health.\n\nYour support will allow GCAPP and Cause of E.F.F.E.C.T to help bridge the health and wellness gap for youth by providing culturally responsive community programs\, services\, resources\, and activities in high need communities throughout metro Atlanta.\n\nFor more information and to register\, visit causeofeffect.fitness. For sponsorship information\, email Laine Olesen at laine@gcapp.org. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/the-metropolitan-5k/ LOCATION:E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness\, Inc.\, 1995B Metropolitan Pkwy SW\, Atlanta\, GA 30315\, USA CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/webheader2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220621T142013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T142317Z UID:4410-1656151200-1656162000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:GCAPP Parent Workshop in Macon DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, June 25\, 2022\n\nTime: 10:00am to 1:00pm\n\nLocation: Macon Marriott City Center\, 240 Coliseum Dr\, Macon\, GA 31217\n\nParent Meeting Room: Grand Salon\n\nLUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED.\nTopics that you can expect include:\n\n\nHow to Become an ‘Askable Parent/Adult’\n\n\nNeed a Parent Toolkit? You Got it!\n\n\nLearn about a free youth development program with a $200 stipend for\nMacon-Bibb teens 13 – 19.\n\n\nMental Health Tips\, Strategies & Resources to support youth in these\nchallenging times\n\n\nLearn more about the Youth Advisory Council for the Macon-Bibb area.\n\n\n  \n\nFor more information\, please contact Dion Walker-Smith at dion@gcapp.org\, or scan this code:\n  URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/gcapp-parent-workshop-in-macon/ LOCATION:Macon Marriott City Center\, 240 Coliseum Dr\, Macon\, GA 31217 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/askableparentweb2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220706T133648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T144710Z UID:4596-1659009600-1659013200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Teen Dating Safety in the Digital Space DESCRIPTION:FREE  WEBINAR\nJULY 28\, 12:00-1:00 p.m.\nDigital dating exploded during the pandemic — and with it came new features\, trends\, and apps. When empowered with the right information\, these risks can be mitigated or even completely prevented.\nAdam Dodge\, co-founder of EndTAB (Ending Technology Enabled Abuse)\, will provide practical tips and approaches you can implement to help ensure we’re all safer online\, teens especially.\nLearning Objectives: Attendees will be able to:\n1) Identify 2 ways to prevent harassment on a dating app before joining.\n2) Recognize 3 signs of grooming or catfishing.\n3) Explain 2 approaches to verifying a profile.\n4) Explain 3 fundamentals of safe sexting.\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/teen-dating-safety-in-the-digital-age/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Fotosearch_k1809160.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220803T142033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T200209Z UID:4671-1660728600-1660737600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Savannah Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION to improve the health & social well-being of youth.\nThe City of Savannah/Office of the Mayor and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to an important event around the health and wellness of youth in Savannah. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these tumultuous times.  REGISTER BELOW.\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, August 17\nTime: 9:30am – 12:00pm (breakfast will be served)\n\nLocation: Savannah Civic Center\, 3rd Floor Ballroom\, 301 West Oglethorpe Ave.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSavannah County Community Conversation Registration\nSavannah County Community Conversation Registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Name\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Email\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n County\n *\n \n \n \n \n\n\n Organization\, if applicable\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n If you are human\, leave this field blank. \n \n \n \n\nSubmit\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\n\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/savannah-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Savannah Civic Center\, 301 West Oglethorpe Avenue\, Savannah\, GA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/savannahsquare8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220906T192129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T192212Z UID:4875-1663070400-1663077600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Jasper County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:GCAPP invites you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Jasper County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these tumultuous times.\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 13\nTime: 12:00-2:00pm (lunch will be served)\nLocation: Jasper County Board of Education\,\n1411 College\, St.\, Monticello\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being.\n  URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/jasper-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Jasper County Board of Education\, 1411 College\, St.\, Monticello\, Georgia CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/diverse-students-pose-on-outdoor-stairs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220915T173524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T173524Z UID:4960-1664193600-1664200800@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Baker County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invites you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Baker County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these tumultuous times.\n\n\nDate: Monday\, September 26\nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 (lunch will be served)\nLocation: Rocky Bend River Retreat\, 2909 Newton Highway\, Newton\n\n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being.\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/baker-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Rocky Bend River Retreat\, 2909 Newton Highway\, Newton CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220920T183046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T183257Z UID:4966-1664280000-1664287200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Worth County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Community leaders in Worth County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Worth County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 27\n\n\nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 (lunch will be served)\n\n\nLocation: Mary Alice Shipp Center\, 710 W. Price Street\,\n\n\nSylvester\, GA\n\n\n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.  GCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/worth-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Mary Alice Shipp Center\, 710 W. Price Street\, Sylvester\, GA CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/shutterstock_454654570-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220921T163825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T165454Z UID:4976-1665057600-1665064800@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:SEX ED SUMMIT 2022\, a Virtual Event DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 6 | 12:00-2:00\n\nEverything You Need to Know About Young People and HPV &\n\n\n\nGeorgia Post Roe v. Wade and the Sex Ed Landscape\n\n\nGCAPP’s annual Sex Ed Summit is right around the corner. From 12:00 – 1:00 we will tackle HPV and teens/pre-teens and delve into the cancer prevention benefits of the HPV vaccine with physicians from Emory Winship Cancer Institute. For Part 2\, 1:00 – 2:00\, expect discussion about the sex ed landscape in Georgia\, the state’s sex ed policy\, why quality sex ed is important\, and what GCAPP and partners are doing to advance comprehensive sex ed in Georgia.\nBring your questions! Parents\, youth serving professionals\, young people\, and anyone who wants expert knowledge and deeper insight into these emerging issues are encouraged to attend.\n\n REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 – 1:00\, in partnership with Emory University’s Winship Cancer Institute\nThe primary focus of the 2022 Summit is on educating young people\, parents\, and youth-serving professionals on HPV (human papillomavirus) for preteens and teens. Through an interactive panel with doctors of various specialties\, the opening session of the Summit will provide information on HPV transmission\, prevention\, the impact of HPV on the body\, and information about the vaccine and how parents can get their child vaccinated against HPV. Bring your questions for the Q&A following the panel.\n  \n\n\nPANELISTS:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Robert Bednarczyk Associate Professor\, Rollins School of Public Health\n\nDr. Bednarczyk’s work on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has led to his affiliations with both the Emory Vaccine Center and the Cancer Prevention and Control Program of the Winship Cancer Institute. His research focus is on adolescent and adult vaccination\, particularly in addressing issues of vaccine hesitancy around HPV vaccination.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Brian Boyce\, Co-chair of HPV Cancer Free Georgia/Assistant Professor\, Emory Winship Cancer Institute\n\nDr. Boyce is a board certified otolaryngologist. His clinical and surgical expertise is in cancerous and non-cancerous tumors of the head and neck\, micro-vascular reconstruction\, minimally invasive and cosmetic treatment of parotid tumors\, transoral robotic surgery for tumors and sleep apnea.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Lisa Flowers\, Professor\, Emory Winship Cancer Institute\n\nDr. Flowers is a professor in the Department of Gynecology & Obstetrics at Emory University School of Medicine. Board certified in obstetrics and gynecology\, Dr. Flowers specializes in the treatment of women with abnormal pap tests\, HPV-related disease\, and pre-cancerous gynecologic conditions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:00 – 2:00 in partnership with Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlison Macklin\, MSW\, is the State Policy and Advocacy Director at SIECUS: Sex Ed for Social Change. She provides strategic guidance to communities looking to advance comprehensive sex education and for over 17 years has been a national leader in the comprehensive sex education field.\nIn 2019\, she helped author and pass Colorado’s Youth Wellness Act\, ensuring young people in that state are able to access inclusive comprehensive sex education. Alison is the author of “Making Sense of It: A Guide to Sex for Teens (and Their Parents Too!)\,” a skilled sex education trainer\, and adjunct professor at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work.\n\n\n\n\n\nComprehensive sex ed and quality teen pregnancy prevention programs are more important than ever for young people\, post Roe v. Wade. Part 2 of the Sex Ed Summit will delve into the sex ed landscape. How does Georgia stack up? What are the collective efforts to get young people the prevention programs and knowledge they need and deserve? What programs work? We hope you can join us!\n  \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/sex-ed-summit-2022-a-virtual-event/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sex-Ed-Summit-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221005T171557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T195311Z UID:5173-1666722600-1666726200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Let’s Talk Month: Internet Safety & Trafficking Webinar DESCRIPTION: FREE WEBINAR\n\nSex trafficking happens more than you think\, young people are at risk\nTuesday\, October 25\n6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\n\nAccording to reports\, 375 girls are commercially sexually exploited each month in Georgia. Authorities say teenagers spending more time online means more opportunities for predators. Join us for a critical conversation about sex trafficking of youth and human exploitation. Topics covered will include minors and labor\, vulnerable youth and sexual exploitation of young adults with an emphasis on online safety\, “sugaring\,” only fans\, and sexting. Click here to register. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/internet-safety-and-trafficking/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/pexels-pixabay-147413-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221005T172604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T172944Z UID:5179-1666895400-1666899000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:The Let’s Talk Month: The Fatherhood Edition Webinar DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk Month: The Fatherhood Edition\nThursday\, October 27\n6:30-7:30 p.m.\n\nMany fathers tell us they have difficulty talking to their children about topics that make them uncomfortable like sex (especially with the daughters) and mental health concerns. Join us as we encourage fathers and others to move beyond the barriers that may prevent them from having important conversations. We will:\n\n\n\nDiscuss barriers and provide a series of steps and tips to help fathers and mentors make conversations more comfortable;.\n\n\nEducate participants on current trends in the areas of teen pregnancy and STIs;\n\n\nLook at how fathers and mentors can better support the young people in their lives when it comes to mental wellness.\n\n\n\nThe Let’s Talk Month: The Fatherhood Edition is for everyone! Click here to register. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/the-lets-talk-month-the-fatherhood-edition-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/letstalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221024T184714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T140723Z UID:5296-1667556000-1667563200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Crisp County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Community leaders in Crisp County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Crisp County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\n  \nDate: Friday\, November 4\n\nTime: 10:00-12:00 (BRUNCH will be served)\nLocation:  James R. Dowdy Bldg.\, 1129 N 5th St. Ext.\, Cordele\, GA 31035\nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.  GCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/crisp-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:1129 N 5th St. Ext.  Cordele\, GA 31035 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T223000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20220728T180009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T022805Z UID:4657-1668103200-1668119400@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Jane Fonda's 85th Birthday Celebration DESCRIPTION:You Are Invited to a Very Special Evening!\n\n  URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/jane-fondas-85th-birthday-celebration/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Janes-current-headshot.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221103T193112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T193112Z UID:5314-1668513600-1668520800@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Ben Hill County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Community leaders in Ben Hill County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Ben Hill County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\nDate: Tuesday\, November 15\n\nTime: 12:00-2:00 (lunch will be served)\nLocation: The Grand Theatre\, 119 South Main Street\, Fitzgerald\, Georgia 31750\nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.  GCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/ben-hill-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:The Grand Theatre\, 119 South Main Street\, Fitzgerald\, Georgia 31750 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/GCAPP-Header-11.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221103T191149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T191149Z UID:5310-1668585600-1668594600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Ware County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Community leaders in Ware County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Ware County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\n  \nDate: Wednesday\, November 16\n\nTime: Breakfast at 8:00; Meeting 8:30 – 10:30\nLocation:  ActionPact Training Room\,\n510 Tebeau Street\, Waycross\, Georgia\nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.  GCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/ware-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:ActionPact Training Room\, 510 Tebeau Street\, Waycross\, Georgia CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/shutterstock_561483190-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221010T150255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T153413Z UID:5206-1670319000-1670346000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Youth Empowerment Summit - YES! DESCRIPTION:December 6th at 9:30am\nat the Macon City Auditorium\nJUST BREATHE: YOU HAVE THE POWER & POTENTIAL TO THRIVE\n\n\nCalling all high school students in Central Georgia! Come to have fun and walk away energized and informed! And if you’re selected for the Star Student Award\, you could walk away with $200. Held for the first time in Macon\, this youth-driven event attracts over 500 high school students to address issues and topics that are important to them like goal setting\, mental health concerns\, academic pressure\, healthy relationships\, and a lot more.\nJoin us for a day of empowerment and  entertainment!\n\n\nSilent headphone party\n\n\nMirror Photo Booth\n\n\nHigh school bands\n\n\nStep Show \n\n\nDJ\, and much more!\n\n\nBreakfast and Lunch provided\n\n\nKeynote Speaker: Dr. Laymon Hicks\, empowering students to overcome obstacles and get back up.\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR the YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT – YES!\n\nStar Student Award Presentation & Nomination Process\nWinner will be  announced at YES! and awarded $200\nNominations:  Teachers and staff are invited to nominate a high school student that GIVES (Giving their personal best\, Integrity\, Value what they are learning\, Effort\, and Success).  Please include with your submission a paragraph about why the student is one who GIVES and is deserving of being recognized as a Star Student. The paragraph is required.\nMust be a high school student from one of the following counties to be eligible: Bibb\, Crawford\, Hancock\, Houston\, Peach\, Putnam\, Twiggs\, Wilkinson.\nNomination deadline is November 22\nCLICK HERE TO NOMINATE A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT FOR THE STAR STUDENT AWARD\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR YES! URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/youth-empowerment-summit-yes-2/ LOCATION:Macon City Auditorium CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/yesevent1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20221130T192734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T192734Z UID:5393-1670932800-1670940000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Laurens Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Community leaders in Laurens County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Laurens County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\n  \nDate: Tuesday\, December 13\nTime: 12:00-2:00 p.m. (Lunch provided)\n\nLocation:  ACSB of Middle GA\, 2121-A Bellevue Road\, Building 4\, Dublin\, GA 31021\nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.  GCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/laurens-community-conversation/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230116T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T235900 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230127T215811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T171957Z UID:5485-1673827200-1677715140@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:2023 Youth Advisory Council Application Opportunity DESCRIPTION:Awesome opportunity for teens and young adults! RECRUITING NOW!  CLICK HERE TO APPLY!\nGCAPP is seeking inspiring teens and young adults to join our 2023 Youth Advisory Council (YAC).\nIf you are between the ages of 14 and 24 years-old and live in Georgia\, don’t want to miss this free youth development opportunity. GCAPP works with young people interested in adolescent health issues\, leadership development\, and young people who want to advocate for change in their communities.\n\n\nBecome a GCAPP ambassador\, representing your county\n\n\nHost live events and webinars\n\n\nBe a voice for young people\n\n\nParticipate in trainings\n\n\nFacilitate workshops for peers and parents\n\n\nGain experience in leadership\, public speaking\, event planning\, marketing\, advocacy\, and community-building\n\n\nNetwork with young leaders and youth-serving professionals from around the state.\n\n\nEarn incentives—gift cards\, prizes\, and more!\n\n\nTo apply\, please CLICK HERE.  For more information about the application process\, contact keri@gcapp.org today! URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/2023-youth-advisory-council-application-opportunity/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/YAC2022-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230208T183012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T184953Z UID:5511-1677052800-1677081600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Making Proud Choices - Macon Bibb Super Wednesday DESCRIPTION:MAKING PROUD CHOICES – Macon Bibb Super Wednesday\nWednesday\, February 22   |   8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.\nBreakfast\, Lunch\, and snacks will be served.\nLundy Chapel | 2801 Forest Hill Rd | Macon\, GA 31210\nREGISTER HERE\nStudents will receive a $200 gift card if they complete the Making Proud Choice Curriculum. Students must be present to receive their gift cards. (please note eligibility requirements)\n\nWHO CAN ATTEND:\n\n\nStudents between the ages of 13-19\n\n\nMust live within the Macon-Bibb County Service area.\n\n\nOnly 100 students will be admitted\n\n\nPre-registration is required to attend.\n\n\n  \nPlease note:\nIf students took Making Proud Choices or any other ACSOAH programming in any setting after July 1st\, they are NOT eligible to attend (completion records will be checked).\n  \nIMPORTANT DETAILS:\n\n\nCheck in will start at 8:00am and sessions will start promptly at 9:00am.\n\n\nUnruly behavior will not be accepted and students will be asked to leave if they can not adhere to our group agreements.\n\n\nStudents are not allowed to leave campus once they arrive; if they do\, they will not be permitted to return.\n\n\nStudents also can not order outside food or drinks.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\nContact Ms. Angel Young\, Project Director\, at 404-475-6027 \n\nBrought to you by The Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential (GCAPP)\, Community Health Solutions\, and The Aligning Community Systems for Optimal Adolescent Health team in Macon (ACSOAH) \nThis publication was made possible by Grant Number TP1AH000245-01-00 from the HHS Office of Population Affairs. Contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Department of Health and Human Services or the Office of Population Affairs. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/mpc/ LOCATION:Lundy Chapel Administrative Building\, 2081 Forest Hill Road\, Macon\, GA\, 31210-1404 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/videoimage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230301T152807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T153159Z UID:5549-1679338800-1679344200@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Youth & What Every Parent Needs to Know – Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Supporting LGBTQ+ Teens and Young Adults:\nA Webinar for Families:  Monday\, March 20 | 7 – 8:30pm – Part 1\n\nHear from subject matter experts\, parents\, and youth themselves to help create safe and supportive environments for LGBTQ+ youth. Panelists will answer important questions about how to best love\, respect\, and support LGBTQ+ youth. Whether you have little to no knowledge on this topic or you’re full of helpful information already\, this webinar will provide important insights.\n\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/lgbtq-youth-what-every-parent-needs-to-know-part-1/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/lgbtq-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230301T153057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T153225Z UID:5554-1679943600-1679949000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Beyond Rainbows: Advocating for your LGBTQ+ Youth – Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Supporting LGBTQ+ Teens and Young Adults:\nA Webinar for Families:  Monday\, March 27 | 7 – 8:30pm – Part 2\n\nBeing a supportive parent of an LGBTQ+ youth often means navigating conversations with family members\, schools\, and others. In this webinar\, we will hear from experts\, parents\, and young people about how they handle difficult situations and advocate for themselves and their families. This webinar is a safe space for parents and caregivers to learn and ask questions in a supportive environment.\nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/beyond-rainbows-advocating-for-your-lgbtq-youth-part-2/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/lgbtq-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T233000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230216T172352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T221345Z UID:5542-1680249600-1680305400@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Applications Open Until March 31 DESCRIPTION:Awesome opportunity for teens and young adults! RECRUITING NOW!  CLICK HERE TO APPLY!\nGCAPP is seeking inspiring teens and young adults to join our 2023 Youth Advisory Council (YAC).  DEADLINE IS MARCH 31.\nIf you are between the ages of 14 and 24 years-old and live in Georgia\, don’t want to miss this free youth development opportunity. GCAPP works with young people interested in adolescent health issues\, leadership development\, and young people who want to advocate for change in their communities.\n\n\nBecome a GCAPP ambassador\, representing your county\n\n\nHost live events and webinars\n\n\nBe a voice for young people\n\n\nParticipate in trainings\n\n\nFacilitate workshops for peers and parents\n\n\nGain experience in leadership\, public speaking\, event planning\, marketing\, advocacy\, and community-building\n\n\nNetwork with young leaders and youth-serving professionals from around the state.\n\n\nEarn incentives—gift cards\, prizes\, and more!\n\n\nTo apply\, please CLICK HERE.  For more information about the application process\, contact keri@gcapp.org today! URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/youth-advisory-council-yac-application-period/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/YAC2022-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T103000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230418T204247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T204352Z UID:5952-1683016200-1683023400@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Toombs County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, May 2\nTime: 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Breakfast provided)\nLocation: Durden Cabin at Partin Park\, 192 Callaway Circle\, Lyons\, GA 30436\nREGISTER HERE\nCommunity leaders in Toombs County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Toombs County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\n\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being.\n  URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/toombs-county-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Durden Cabin at Partin Park\, 192 Callaway Circle\, Lyons\, GA 30436 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/shutterstock_355222121-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230418T204746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T204746Z UID:5959-1683111600-1683118800@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Laurens County Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, May 3\n\nTime: 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. (Lunch provided)\n\nLocation: Oconee Regional Library\, 801 Bellevue Avenue\, Dublin\, GA 31021\nREGISTER HERE\nCommunity leaders in Laurens County and the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential invite you to participate in a Community Conversation around the health and wellness of youth in Laurens County. Adolescence is often tough for young people under the best of circumstances and our youth deserve the best we have to offer\, especially in these difficult times.\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being. URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/laurens-county-community-conversation/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230727T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230707T150735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T140829Z UID:6375-1690482600-1690488000@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Workshop DESCRIPTION:GCAPP kicks off its Parents’ Workshop Series\nDo young people come to you with questions about topics most important to them? Are you looking for new and practical ways to better support the young people in your life? If so\, the Are You an Askable Adult? workshop is for you! Every young person needs at least one askable adult—someone willing and able to listen\, provide support and understanding\, encourage questions and who answer questions without judgment.  Are you an ‘Askable’ Adult? is an opportunity to have  greater communication and a deeper connection with the young people in your life.  Join us for tips and strategies for becoming a more askable adult for the youth in your life. This workshop is for all adults who want to support youth.\nAre You an ‘Askable’ Adult?\nA Free Virtual Event   |   Thursday\, July 27 6:30-8 pm\nPlease join us! REGISTER HERE\nFor more information\, please contact dion@gcapp.org URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/virtual-parent-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/shutterstock_1343195984-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T133000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230821T175323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T181024Z UID:6471-1694520000-1694525400@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Dooly Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, September 12\nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (lunch provided)\nLocation: 1150 Industrial Drive\, Vienna\, GA 31092\nREGISTER HERE\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being.\nPlease review our 2022 Community Conversation Key Findings Report for additional questions. Find the report here URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/dooly-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Dooly Community Conversation\, 1150 Industrial Drive\, Vienna\, GA\, 31092\, United States CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/shutterstock_355222121-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230821T180339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T151722Z UID:6479-1698105600-1698191999@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:TODAY! Sex Ed Summit: Sexual Health for Every BODY DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, October 23 and Tuesday\, October 24\nTime: All Day (Agenda Below)\nLocation: VIRTUAL! (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86592811244)\nREGISTER HERE\nWe are thrilled to announce our 4th Annual Sex Ed Summit: Sexual Health for Every BODY. Over two days\, delve into diverse topics\, including: Accessible Sexual Health Services\, Trends in Youth Sexual Behavior\, Sex Ed in Georgia: How it Stacks Up\, Reproductive Justice 101\, and much more! Our conference and the work we do helps to ensure that teens and young adults receive high quality\, medically accurate sex education that they deserve. \nSex Ed Summit  Current Topics\nDuring the second part of our virtual conference\, sexual health professionals and young people will speak on current sex ed topics\, ranging from racial justice in sex ed to supporting LGBTQ+ youth.\nSecure your spot by pre-registering now! Click here to reserve your place for each unique session. Once registered\, you’ll receive updates on speakers\, timings\, and more. Plus\, be among the first 100 registrants and attendees to snag a $25 gift card.\n \nDon’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in two days of expert insights on adolescent sexual health and wellness! URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/sex-ed-summit/ CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/v2-caps-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T233000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T233000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20231205T170048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T190426Z UID:6476-1698276600-1698276600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:Decatur Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, December 5\nTime: 11:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. (lunch provided)\nLocation: Kirbo Center\,  2500 E. Shotwell St.\, Bainbridge\, GA 39819\nREGISTER HERE\nAll are invited to take part in this Community Conversation—community leaders\, youth-serving professionals and community organizations\, health professionals\, parents\, advocates\, and anyone interested in improving the well-being of our young people.\nGCAPP\, with programs in youth empowerment\, comprehensive sex ed\, teen pregnancy prevention\, parent engagement\, and physical activity & nutrition\, has convened Community Conversations in communities throughout the state around adolescent health and social wellness over the last four years\, and partners with communities to implement proven\, sustainable programs and strategies that address adolescents’ overall well-being.\nPlease review our 2022 Community Conversation Key Findings Report for additional questions. Find the report here URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/decatur-cc/ LOCATION:2500 E. Shotwell St.\, Bainbridge\, GA 39819 CATEGORIES:Events Grid,Events List,Upcoming Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/shutterstock_736962460-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T140747 CREATED:20230919T181504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T201640Z UID:6519-1698345000-1698348600@www.gcapp.org SUMMARY:TONIGHT Let's Talk: Fatherhood Edition DESCRIPTION:Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85938048099\nMany fathers tell us they have difficulty talking to their children about topics that make them uncomfortable and their children uncomfortable\, especially having conversations around topics like mental wellness\, adolescent sexual health\, and healthy relationships and dating. We’re here to help by connecting parents and other caregivers to the experts. Join us as we encourage fathers to move beyond the barriers that often prevent them from having crucial conversations and get your questions answered in this free\, virtual webinar. \nFathers are our primary audience for The Let’s Talk: The Fatherhood Edition but mothers\, mentors\, and others are all encouraged to join. \nWe are excited to announce the panelists for the webinar: \n\nKevin Zoromski– Michigan State University Extension Child and Family Development Team\nDr. Armon Perry– Professor at the Kent School of Social Work at the University of Louisville Project Director of the Empower You\, a healthy relationship and sexual health program for adolescents.\nKenneth Braswell– Executive Director\, Fathers Incorporated\, a nonprofit organization focused on responsible fatherhood\n\nOur experts will: \n\nProvide a series of steps and tips to help fathers\, mentors\, and others to make conversations more comfortable\nDiscuss how fathers and other adults can better support the young people in their lives when it comes to mental wellness and overall health and social wellbeing.\nDiscuss barriers and other challenges that get in the way of deeper connections with fathers and parents in general\nLook at culturally responsive ways fathers and other adults can better support the young people in their lives when it comes to mental wellness.\nTools needed to nurture strong\, respectful bonds between parent and child\nand more!\n\nand pass on to others who can benefit from this FREE webinar \n  \nRegister HERE URL:https://www.gcapp.org/event/lets-talk-fatherhood-edition/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcapp.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Untitled-design-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR