Announcing Virginia’s first working summit dedicated to elevating the people and programs already improving the lives of boys and men.
Last month, Virginia passed landmark legislation to create the nation’s first commission dedicated to boys and men. September’s public, in-person summit builds on that momentum—bringing together leaders from Virginia and across the country to share what works and scale proven initiatives across disciplines.
The summit is co-hosted by the Virginia Advisory Commission for Boys and Men and the Virginia Coalition for Boys and Men.
The Virginia Blueprint: A Summit Advancing Men and Boys
The Virginia Blueprint: A Summit Advancing Men and Boys
Real Solutions from People Doing the Work
September 18
General Assembly Building
Richmond
Confirmed speakers include:
Richard Reeves, American Institute for Boys and Men
Virginia House Speaker Don Scott
Del. Josh Thomas, chief patron of legislation that formed the Virginia Advisory Commission for Men and Boys
This day will not focus on explaining issues facing boys and men. Thanks to the good work of countless people including the leaders listed above, those issues are now widely understood.
It is time to hear from folks who have been working on serving men, boys, fathers and their families and communities for years and decades.
September 18 is about learning from the success of Virginia lawmakers and gleaning wisdom and tactics from those successfully serving men and boys, on the ground, in Virginia and around the country.
This day is for those working to serve males in disciplines including:
Education
Workforce and economic development
Mental health
Health care
Fatherhood and family
Public safety
Policy reform
The Virginia Blueprint is focused on community-building and amplifying best practices.
Summit Agenda
Check out the summit agenda. Highlights include:
Social Impact Shark Tank: Pitch your new boys/men program and a panel will choose a $10,000 winner.
Apply: Shark TankNew Boy/Men Laws: How everyday people can pass men/boy policy
Rapid-Fire Proof of Practice: 7-minute presentations from program leaders highlighting what works, lessons learned, and scalable strategies.
Apply: Proof of PracticeReverse Panels: Practitioners ask questions of experts
Advocates seek advice from policy-makers
Public health leaders question researchers
Nonprofit leaders question funders
Intentional Networking: Breakfast, lunch and happy hours that facilitate meaningful connections and community beyond the summit. Skip the small talk en lieu of life-changing conversations.
Speaker Applications
Speaking opportunities prioritize those who can demonstrate programs and initiatives that successfully served boys and men, and inspire others with your success.
Apply: Shark Tank
Apply: Proof of Practice
STIPENDS AVAILBLE FOR SPEAKERS TRAVELING 100+ MILES.
Sponsorship Opportunities
For sponsorship opportunities reply to this email or write emma@vaboysandmen.org
Many exciting details forthcoming!
