A Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare announces a conference focused on children in poverty. The event will be held June 28, 2007 at the DC Centre in Omaha, Nebraska.

Many children who live in poverty are at risk simply by being in their environment. These risks are dramatically evident in their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Learn what is happening in Nebraska and what professionals can do using family centered practices.

Course Objectives:

• Learn about the myths and realities of poverty in Nebraska.
• Understand how those living in poverty are at risk for other social ills.
• Understand how poverty challenges affect children, their families, and their development.
• Understand how class affects the way people think and function in society.
• Recognize your own attitudes regarding poverty and how that impacts your effectiveness in working with clients experiencing poverty.
• Understand how all parts of the community must work together to respond to the challenges of poverty.

This conference meets the requirements for six continuing education units for Nebraska Social Workers, Professional Counselors, Licensed Mental Health Practitioners, and Marriage & Family Therapists.

Click here to download the conference brochure or please contact Alice Drake at (402) 444-4989 for additional information.