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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS & BREAKOUT SESSIONS IN 2023

HIGH SCHOOL SESSIONS

Opening Keynote Jaclyn Gallo “Bouncing Back & Building Resilience”

#bounceback #sparkyourlight #buildresilence

TEDx Speaker, 2 x best-selling author, and host of "Spark your Light" podcast. On a mission to help millions of women create life, they love bouncing back and building resilience.

Closing Keynote Lynette Medley M.ed “Period Justice”

#periodjustice #periodproverty

CEO of the World’s 1st Menstrual Hub/Uterine Wellness Center. The SPOT period and the World’s 1st Mobile Menstrual Health Unit.

Achieving Financial Independence

#moneymatters #women&money

Presenter: Julie Miller

In this session you will learn to understand your own personal money beliefs and how they impact your spending, develop a budget for a life of financial independence, learn how to work on your spending muscles, and master your credit! Led by Julie Miller, Girls Spark board member & earlier retiree, who is on a mission to help women gain financial independence!

A.R.I.S.E FROM FEAR

#ARISEfromFEAR #StableMinded

Presenter: Lisa Pulliam

Is fear holding you back? Do you find yourself hesitating in making decisions? Are you missing out on leadership opportunities? Feeling fear is normal, but “doing it scared” is not the only way forward. You can learn how to arise from the fear holding you back by understanding how your brain and body respond to the threat of harm.

Art Therapy - Bead a Connection

#ArtTherapy

Presenter: Michaela Herr Herr Hlubik MA, ATR-BC, LPC

We are all connected in some way shape or form, and it’s through the connections that we grow, in this session you will have an opportunity to join in a relaxing but impactful bead bracelet-making workshop with your peers.

Becoming Me

#LGBTQ #Equity

Presenter: Ashley Riker

In this workshop hear from Ashley Riker D&I Leader, and LGBTQ + Equity Advocate as she shares her story about coming into her queerness and supporting her daughter as she discovers her identity! Educate yourself about sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression + How and where to find support as an LGBTQ+ community member, and what you can do as an ally to advocate for the queer community.

Be the CEO of Your Success

#CEO

Presenter: Linda Hollenback

With all the pressures of school, activities, and friends, it's not surprising that many teens find thinking about the future stressful -- but it doesn't have to be! In this session, College/Career Strategist and Founder of Hollenback Consulting LLC, Linda J. Hollenback, MSEd, CPRW, will share tips on making the most of high school to set yourself up for success in school, college, and beyond!

Courageous Conversations: Learning to Speak Up When It Matters Most

#Courageousconversations

Presenter: Dr. Miriam Stewart

Have you ever been in a situation where it felt uncomfortable to speak up? Have you ever seen someone being treated badly and been afraid to intervene? It can be scary to speak up to advocate for yourself or someone else, but it can make all the difference in creating environments where everyone feels respected, valued, and psychologically safe. In this workshop, Dr. Miriam Stewart will share strategies for speaking up and for making sure other people feel safe speaking up. Participants will practice these skills during the session with the goal of feeling more empowered to speak up when it matters most.

Every Story Matters

#Diversity #Equity #Inclusion

Presenter: Brandyn Campbell

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a hot topic in schools and society, but what is it really all about? This interactive workshop explores why DEI is critical for everyone, and provides strategies for respecting and embracing differences in our communities.

Go Viral IRL

#Viral

Presenter: Jennifer Lynn-Robinson

In this workshop, you will learn practical techniques to enhance your overall confidence in public speaking and challenges with social anxiety. Learn what it means to have presence and confidence with your body language, preparation, and practice, and come away with techniques you can use to help you communicate more confidently.

Healthy Relationships

#Relationships

Presenter: Erin Lee-Kelly

Relationships can be messy and complicated, in this workshop, you will learn communication strategies to get what you want and need from a relationship and understand and recognize healthy and unhealthy relationship red flags.

Ask the OBGYN

#Health #TeenHealth

Presenter: Janine Barsoum, DO

An open and frank discussion with a former OBGYN to answer the questions you might not normally feel comfortable asking anyone else, Get the straight answers here!

Street Smarts Self Defense

#streetsmart #selfdefense

Presenter: Jolene Westraad

Young women have to stick up for each other, look out for each other, and take action when needed. Learn useful self-defense skills that can protect you no matter the situation.

Whole Body Yoga & Selfcare

#yoga

Presenter: Melinda Janofsky

In this hands-on yoga/mediation session, you will tune into your body and realize its strength to help you lead a better life, relax, and unwind.

You Got a Decision to Make

#Decisions

Presenter: Amia Hines, MS

In this workshop, you will learn how to navigate through life challenges and make decisions that are right for you. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, FOMO, or always overthinking, you will learn ways to understand your emotions and make the choices that you desire. You will also learn how to turn to others for support when needed. Led by Amia Hines, Therapist at The Ladipo Group and Master in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Diverse and Underserved Communities.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SESSIONS

Keynote Julia Kasper

#girlsspark

Founder of Girls Spark

Art Therapy - Find your Piece

#ArtTherapy

Presenter: Michaela Herr Hlubik MA, ATR-BC, LPC

We all know that middle school can be a challenging time with trying to fit in while you are changing so much yourself. Tune into finding your piece, with this interactive art therapy class, designed especially for you.

My Life, My Rules

#Mylife #TAB #TeachAntiBulling

Presenter: Daniela Cerullo

No one should feel bad about who they are and what they stand up for. In this workshop you will learn ways to arm yourself and bring to light what you can do right now to prevent cyberbullying. Lead by Daniela Cerullo Executive Director of Teach Anti-Bullying.

Name it to Tame it - You Control your Emotions!

#emotions

Presenter: Cara Dixon MA, LPC, CCN

Get in touch with your emotions using improv exercises. Watch video clips to tune into emotions and then gain tools to be able to understand, validate and express your emotions in a healthy way.

Navigating the Unfamiliar

#middleschoolgirls

Presenter: Teen Board Members

Q &A open panel discussion with the Teen Leaders of Girls Spark, on friends, high school, relationships etc.

Mind, Body & Breath

#Yoga

Presenter: Corrine Logan

In this hands-on yoga/mediation session, you will tune into your body and realize its strength to help you lead a better life, relax, and unwind.

You are Enough

#YouAreEnough

Presenter: Lisa Bryant

We will ask ourselves - Are you your own worst critic? Do you feel like you are not good enough? Share strategies for letting go so that we can continue to evolve. It will be a positive, non-judgmental space to explore these topics, and sharing is not required!