TRAINING SERVICES

 The first Lookin' to the Future Conference was held in 1988 as a result of collaboration between the Mississippi Department of Human Services and Southern Christian Services for Children and Youth, Inc.  The focus of the first conference was Independent Living Preparation.  Over the ensuing years, the conference has evolved into a multifaceted training event that is sponsored by public agencies as well as private, youth serving agencies.  Each year a multi-disciplinary planning committee develops the theme, chooses the workshops, and recruits dynamic presenters from all over the country to provide quality training and the most current information.

The Goals of the Lookin' to the Future Conference are:

• To raise awareness of the complex problems encountered by children, youth, and families.

• To provide current information and best practices training for professional and other adults who are working with children, youth, and families.

• To offer opportunities for networking in order to facilitate sharing of information and developing partnership skills.

The 2008 Lookin' to the Future Conference will be held July 16-18 2008 at the Natchez Convention Center in Natchez, MS. 

 For further information contact:

Judy Arnett, Conference Director

601-354-0983

scscyjudy@bellsouth.net