21st Annual Communities Collaborative Brain Development Conference

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS- A block of rooms has been reserved at the Shooting Star Casino Hotel & Event Center for August 13th, 14th, and 15th. When registering, please request your room preference. Please reference Group/Block Code #18014. Hotel costs are at the participant’s expense. Check-in is at 4:00 pm and check-out is at 11:00 am. You must call the hotel directly to make your hotel arrangements, call 218-935-2711 or 1-800-453-STAR. Please reference Group/Block Code #18014

Welcome to the 21st Annual Communities Collaborative Brain Development Conference!

Join us for a day of insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and networking opportunities at the Shooting Star Casino. This event brings together experts in the field to share their knowledge and experiences in brain development.

Discover the latest research, best practices, and strategies for promoting healthy brain development in children from birth through school age. Whether you're a healthcare professional, educator, parent, or community member, this conference offers valuable insights for everyone.

Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals, gain new perspectives, and contribute to the advancement of brain development initiatives in education. Mark your calendar and secure your spot at this must-attend event!

Info: Main Event Center

Info: Casey Gwinn will present on the latest research on his work with children and adults impacted by trauma, violence, and abuse. His work has been widely credited with changing the destinies of hundreds of thousands of adult and child survivors of trauma through the work of Family Justice Centers, Camp HOPE America, and collaborative approaches that create community, hope, and healing for survivors during and long after the crisis intervention stage of abuse. He will talk about the power of community in creating trauma-informed and hope-centered approaches to wellbeing, including addressing the historic oppression, racism, and other force multipliers to generational trauma and abuse.

Info: The HEART Approach: Transforming Stress into Strength
Stress and burnout are common issues among educators. As educators under daily stress, how can we be caring and competent adults for children? Early childhood professionals will learn how deep listening, empathy, and advocacy can foster nurturing environments for children and families. Discover how recognizing and understanding emotions can transform stress into a source of strength and peace. Leave with practical strategies to manage stress and find purpose in your professional and personal life.

Info: Healthy Brains and Happy Kids: The Connection Between Positive Cultural Identity Development and Resiliency
Join Anton Treuer, celebrated Ojibwe culture carrier, historian, and professor of Ojibwe, for an exploration of the connection between cultural identity and brain development. Through the inspiring and transformative innovations in cultural revitalization and educational transformation in Hawaii, Mille Lacs, and other places, we can find perspective and tools to help us nourish and grow healthy children and communities.

Info: Unapologetic Wellness for All: Doing the Work
This dynamic closing keynote session aims to cultivate an understanding of unapologetic wellness, emphasizing empowerment and advocacy for inclusive wellness within one's own ecosystem. Through interactive discussions, collaborative activities, and personal reflections, participants will gain tools to embrace their wellness journeys and inspire others, working towards harmony for all.

Event Venue

Shooting Star Casino, 777 South Casino Road, Mahnomen, United States