• Discuss the concept of "The Public Health Leadership Imperative"
  
  
• Explain and demonstrate what it means to have a leadership mindset
  
• Articulate the opportunities, responsibilities and challenges of leadership in various work settings, in different health professions, and on priority health issues.
  
• Discuss various roles leaders take on along their leadership pathways
  
  
• Compare and contrast the personal attributes and experiences of many  courageous health leaders
  
  
• Describe leadership risks as well as rewards
  
• Recognize opportunities for leadership development on-the-job
  
  
• Identify local leadership training and development resources
  
• Create opportunities for future leadership mentoring relationships
  
• Identify follow-up leadership development plans

It’s Content-Rich This year we confront "The Public Health Leadership Imperative" - the "calling" we all have to be leaders simply by virtue of our commitment to building healthy communities. You'll get more information than ever on what it means to be a leader, what a leader is and isn't, how to take leadership in stride, and what it takes to be a great leader. Our ever-entertaining and informative "leadership mindset" expert, Richard Gitlin, has brand-new presentations with new ideas, insights, and illuminations! If you enjoyed his presentations in the past, you will be "wowed" by what he has to offer this year! And our afternoon workshops are opportunities to explore "The Leader As..." focusing on a variety of specific roles leaders play. Explore the pathway that appeals the most to you…and at the end of the day, pick up handouts from the other sessions so you can "get a taste" of all the roles required of effective leaders.

It’s Networking-Rich!   Our new format includes two solid hours of structured networking to guarantee you meet everyone you want to connect with. Our series of turbo-leadership roundtable discussions give you the chance to speak with experienced leaders about leadership opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges in a variety of health issues, work settings, and professions. 

It is unique.  The conference is unique in its focus on promoting health leadership development. What we do that’s different is to provide you with what may be the first forum in which you can recognize your leadership abilities, demonstrate the myriad of leadership opportunities available now and in the fast-approaching future, and to encourage you to take on those leadership roles. 

It is inspirational as well as informative..  Throughout the day as you move from session to session, you'll experience a number of exciting and energizing "Aha!s". Our opening speakers, Courageous Leader panelists, roundtable discussion facilitators, and Leadership Pathways workshop presenters are remarkable women and men currently leading important health movements and initiatives…people whose passion, dedication, commitment, and achievements will touch and inspire you...and teach you what it takes.

It is multi-faceted. The conference offers presentations on the leadership imperative and the leadership mindset, Conversations with Courageous Leaders, roundtable discussions on leadership opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges in different work settings, professions, and health topics; Leadership Pathway workshops; and a vibrant new Call to Action closing that should leave you roused and ready to move forward as a leader. 

Its local focus has global applications..  Though the conference highlights local issues and specifically promotes leadership development among Greater New York metropolitan area health professionals, the information, insights, and inspiration have universal relevance and applicability. We have attracted – and warmly welcome - participants from other regions, states, and countries!

Attendees love it!.  In groups of new-found friends and colleagues, participants leave smiling and waving. Many have come back the following year to take different sessions. And what’s really great is that when they come, they bring colleagues, co-workers, and, best of all, their supervisors!Top

Who Should Attend?

Community and public health specialists with 3-5 years experience who either aspire to become leaders in the near future, have recently become leaders, and/or want to advance as new leaders at the project, organizational/agency, or community level.

• Health, allied health, and/or medical professionals with 3-5 years of health experience
  but limited, if any, leadership experience
• Staff supervisors/mentors wishing to help develop/support staff leadership skills/mindset
• Civic and religious community leaders whose organizations address health issues
• Faculty from community/public health, allied health, nursing, and pre-med programs
• Students from community/public health, allied health, nursing, and pre-med programs
• Diabetes specialists - or future specialists
• Everyone interested in future health leadership opportunities in
  
  

  civic and social groups	community board
  colleges and universities	faith-based organizations
  community-based organizations	for-profit organizations
  government agencies	private/public foundations and philanthropies
  hospitals and clinics	professional associations
  local government	schools
  local health departments	voluntary nonprofit organizations
  long-term care facilities
  managed care companies
  pharmaceutical companies

• Distinguished, dynamic, and inspiring public and community health leaders
• Leadership role models
• Leadership development experts

Click here for Conference Speaker updates.

Who Is Involved in Planning the Conference?

Representatives from:

Arthur Ashe Institute
Brooklyn Borough President’s Office
Brooklyn College, CUNY
Downstate Medical Center, SUNY
Federation of County Perinatal Networks
Greater New York Society for Public Health Education
Greater Southern Brooklyn Health Coalition
Kingsborough Community College, CUNY
New York State Department of Health
Public Health Association of New York City

What Are The Special Features of the Conference?

Centering and Focusing Warm-Up

• Begin your day by energizing your body and mind, focusing on why you’re here, and envisioning what you will get out of the conference with this early morning warm-up (in the plaza, weather permitting).

Barnes and Noble Bookstore – on site
Discounts and free shipping of all purchases for all conference attendees.

• Public and community health leadership related books
• Books by conference speakers and supporters

Exhibits

• Organization, program, and education materials

Roundtables for Diabetes Specialists

• Attend up to four afternoon roundtable discussions with leaders in Diabetes advocacy, case management, chronic care management, coalition building, community health education, community organizing, fund raising, health care administration, international work, patient education, policy development, professional preparation, research, and staff development.

Seaside Networking Social

• Post-conference early evening seaside reception.

What Should I Wear and/or Bring?

• Conference dress is casual and comfortable.
• Sneakers are recommended for the optional lunch-time stroll along the waterfront.
• This is a great networking opportunity…remember to bring your business cards.

Can I Get Professional Continuing Education Credits?

Applications for up to 7.5 hours of professional continuing education credit for certified health education specialists (CHES) and other professionals pending.
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How Do I Register and What is Included in the Fee?

Conference registration fee includes:

• Admission to all education sessions
• Continuing education credit processing
• Certificate of attendance
• Registration packet including list of participants, training resources and more!
• Speakers’ handouts
• Free mailing of any bookstore purchases
• Light breakfast
• Buffet lunch
• Post conference reception
• Free on-campus parking

Early-Bird registration fees available until May 1!

Low registration fees have been made possible through underwriting by our generous conference supporters.

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What is the Conference Registration Cancellation and Substitution Policy?

Cancellations:Refund requests must be received in writing by June 6. All cancellations will be subject to a $35 cancellation fee and refunded after the conference. No refunds will be given for any reason after Friday, June 6, 2008.

Substitutions:Substitutions are welcome at any time provided that the substitute attendee is of the same registration category and/or pays the registration fee difference in advance or the day of the conference.  Requests for substitutions must be submitted in writing to Registration Coordinator Madeline Britt: mbritt@marchofdimes.comor presented in writing at the conference.



Could I Make a Presentation at the Conference?

If you have or know someone who has a presentation that would work well as a part of our conference, please submit an abstractbefore Friday, April 18! 

Click here for Call for Abstracts.
 


Can My Organization Become a Conference Supporter?

Absolutely!!  And the best benefit, besides visibility is the discount “member” registration fee for all of your organization’s attendees!

For a list of conference support options and benefits, click here.
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And if I have more questions?

We’d love to hear from you.  Contact the Conference Coordinator: