Child Abuse Prevention Symposium

Wed Apr 02 2025 at 07:45 am to 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

Avalon Manor Banquet Center | Merrillville

Geminus Community Partners, IN Dept. of Child Services, Kids First Trust Fund
Publisher/HostGeminus Community Partners, IN Dept. of Child Services, Kids First Trust Fund
Child Abuse Prevention Symposium
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A Unified Voice for Child Safety and Autism Awareness
About this Event

An Invitation from Geminus


According to recent studies, children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk of experiencing abuse or neglect. The unique challenges they face require tailored approaches to ensure their safety and well-being. Addressing these concerns is more important than ever as we work together to protect vulnerable youth and empower families with the knowledge to foster understanding and care.

The Child Abuse Prevention Symposium focuses on raising awareness and providing practical tools to prevent abuse while fostering inclusion for children with autism. In addition to sessions on autism and child abuse prevention, the symposium offers breakout sessions on related topics such as domestic violence, complex trauma, and more.

Together, we will explore strategies to address these critical issues and create safer, more supportive environments for children and families.

We hope you join us for this important and enlightening event.


Sincerely,
Nicholas M. Neal
Vice President Community Services
Geminus Corporation


The conference fee is only $25, which includes CEUs, access to all featured speakers and breakout sessions, refreshments during breaks, lunch, and conference swag.


6 CEU's will be provided through the Indiana Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor Board to provide Category 1 Continuing Education Programs for LSW, LCSW, LMFT and LMHC.


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Dr. Micole Atkins Talley is an education researcher, technical assistance provider and early childhood education consultant. She supports national research projects addressing disparities in services for students with disabilities and improving learning outcomes for all children.

Previously, Dr. Talley served as the early childhood project manager at the Center for Leadership in Disability (CLD) at Georgia State University, where she led initiatives in early childhood, special education and equity. She also worked as Georgia's IDEA Part B 619 coordinator for preschool special education, providing compliance support and technical assistance to school districts statewide.

Dr. Talley collaborates with local and national partners to enhance services for young children with disabilities through advocacy and leadership roles.

She earned her Doctor of Education degree, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to improving educational outcomes.


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Questions?

Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please feel free to contact Glenda Whickem, Executive Assistant to the Vice President, Community Services, Geminus at [email protected] or 219-757-1822.



Geminus Corporation is a member of Regional Care Group.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Avalon Manor Banquet Center, 3550 East Rt. 30, Merrillville, United States

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USD 25.00

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