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In-Person
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Henrico County School Board Meeting
December 10, 2026
6:30 PM EST - 8:30 PM EST
Ed Tech
Submit comments on any matter
Members of the public may contact the HCPS Board at any time by emailing schoolboard@henrico.k12.va.us.
Members of the public may also submit written comments for Board Meetings via this link online form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxvmHJVdgSODkEO5eKtpdeMDuSsiAOR6Q6RE04saQ_LiLueQ/viewform). The form will open for submission when the meeting agenda is posted on the Friday before the School Board meeting. Meeting agendas can be viewed on Diligent Community (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/portal/). Written comments must be received by noon on the day before the meeting.
The rules that apply to public comment at Board meetings also apply to written comments submitted for Board meetings. This includes but is not limited to:
Stakeholders must provide their name and HCPS school affiliation, if applicable.
Stakeholders shall use commonly accepted rules of courtesy, respect, civility, and decorum.
The use of obscenity or defamation is strictly prohibited and shall be ruled out of order.
Written comments submitted in accordance with the above requirements will be published as part of the meeting record. However, all written comments are subject to FOIA. Stakeholders should take this into consideration when considering including sensitive information about specific students or individuals in their comments.
Address the Board in person
The signup form will be available the Friday before each monthly School Board meeting and speakers must sign up by 4:30 p.m. on the day before the monthly meeting.
There will be a public forum during the monthly meeting for interested citizens to address the Board in person on any matter of concern about the school division. Citizens are required to sign up in advance using an online form (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0) or by calling the clerk by 4:30 p.m. the day before the monthly meeting. Speakers who sign up in advance may not transfer their speaking spot to another individual. To ensure that the School Board has an opportunity to hear from as many constituents as possible, it is requested that only one member of each household reserve a spot to speak. Individuals providing public comment on behalf of a group may speak and then provide the Board with hard copies of written comments from each member of their group. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes.
Sign up to speak at the next public forum: https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0
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The Balance Project | Fort Mill
BOOK CLUB- The Balance Project Fort Mill
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Independence And Play
Let's Talk: The Anxious Generation
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt has become one of the most talked-about parenting books in the country. A #1. New York Times bestseller, it has sparked an important national conversation about smartphones, social media, and the shift from play-based childhood to a phone-based childhood.
Join fellow Fort Mill parents for coffee and conversation as we explore the book, share what stood out to us, and discuss what these ideas mean for our children, our families, and our community.
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In-Person
The Balance Project
Meditation and Mindfulness
This class will empower attendees with simple practices to help them cultivate relaxation, overall wellness, and a sense of improved well-being. Our instructor, Carole Rogers (certified life coach and meditation guide) will share exercises to help everyone slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more intentionally with their inner world. Beginners welcome!
Please note there is $25 donation required to attend each class. LINK for payment will be coming shortly.
ADDITIONAL DATES in the series:
Tuesday, January 19
$25.00
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Virtual
OR Unplugged Coalition
OR Unplugged Office Hours NOON TO ONE PM PST
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Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged!
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at hello@orunplugged.org and we can meet with you at a time that works for you.
Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)
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Virtual
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Central Virginia Monthly Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Our monthly chapter meeting where we will discuss current events, initiatives, and advocacy efforts within the community. All are welcome!
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Distraction Free Schools Policy Project | Distraction-Free Schools Illinois
Distraction-Free Schools Illinois weekly advocacy meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
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The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level.
If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7
We encourage you to share this letter widely.
Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com
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Distraction-Free Schools Colorado
Weekly Advocacy Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Ed Tech
Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.
This call is open to all Distraction-Free Schools and Schools Beyond Screens chapter members in Colorado.
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In-Person
Turning Life On
Coalition Meetup
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Let's catch up in person to talk intentional tech advocacy. Share your struggles, win, advice with other community leads in a supportive and welcome environment of smart and dedicated advocates. Come for 30 minutes or 2 hours. We'll be here from 10-12 so stop by whenever works for you. Adrienne Principe, Founder of TLO, and other TLO Board Members will be on hand to offer suggestions and gather feedback for future resources. See you there!
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Virtual
Distraction-Free Schools Colorado
Weekly Advocacy Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Ed Tech
Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.
This call is open to all Distraction-Free Schools and Schools Beyond Screens chapter members in Colorado.
Upcoming
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Distraction-Free Schools Colorado
Weekly Advocacy Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Ed Tech
Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.
This call is open to all Distraction-Free Schools and Schools Beyond Screens chapter members in Colorado.
Upcoming
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OR Unplugged Coalition
OR Unplugged Office Hours NOON TO ONE PM PST
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged!
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at hello@orunplugged.org and we can meet with you at a time that works for you.
Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)
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Turning Life On
Coalition Call
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
This call is for community leads in MA to share strategies, wins and challenges to leverage collective action in MA. Whether you're a seasoned community lead already in the thick of it or just starting out, we are here to support each other!
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Distraction-Free Schools Colorado
Weekly Advocacy Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Ed Tech
Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.
This call is open to all Distraction-Free Schools and Schools Beyond Screens chapter members in Colorado.
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In-Person
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Powhatan County School Board Meeting
January 12, 2027
6:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM EST
Ed Tech
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS - REGULATION
In accordance with School Board Policies BDDH and KD, any resident of Powhatan County or PCPS staff member may address the board during public comment. The Board Chair will call speakers who have signed up for the podium. Speakers must stay at the podium and wait to be recognized by the Chair.
Each individual will have three minutes, and delegations will have five minutes to provide their comments. Please respect this time limitation so others may address the board, and note no one may sign up to speak and then relinquish their speaking time to another or previous speaker. A maximum of thirty minutes will be designated for public comment this evening.
Please address your comments to the board as a whole, not individual board members, the audience, or the staff. Please begin by stating your name and district. The board requests that all speakers maintain an environment that promotes listening and respect.
The board will not respond to or address issues raised by speakers during public comment, and speakers are reminded that the Board Chair is authorized to stop or remove any speaker who uses vulgar, disruptive, or threatening language. Your acceptance and adherence to these guidelines will be greatly appreciated.
All speakers who wish to participate must sign up before the Public Comment period begins, providing their name and address. Speakers will be announced by the Board Chair to approach the podium to speak, and only those individuals who have signed up in advance will be able to approach the podium. If speakers have handouts or information for the Board, please give these to the School Board Clerk before approaching the podium.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS
Members of the community, including students enrolled in the division, are invited and encouraged to attend meetings of the Powhatan County School Board to observe its deliberations. Any resident of Powhatan County or employee of Powhatan County Public Schools may address the School Board on matters related to Powhatan County Public Schools at any regular meeting. Persons wishing to address the School Board are requested to contact the superintendent, the School Board clerk, or their designee for placement on the agenda.
The chair is responsible for the orderly conduct of the meeting and collaborates with the other School Board Members & the Superintendent to the subjects being presented and the length of time allocated for such presentation. Upon recognition by the chair, the speaker shall address the chair. If, at the conclusion of the speaker's remarks, any member of the School Board desires further information, the member addresses the speaker only with the permission of the chair. No one is allowed to make additional presentations until everyone who wishes to speak has an opportunity to make an initial presentation.
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Virtual
The Balance Project
POWER HOUR: WE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING WRONG: Parenting in the Screen Age
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Join us for a thoughtful discussion about how to navigate today's modern screen -filled world. We want parents to know we are all in this together. Whether you are considering a device or phone for your child, your kids already have phones, or you are a new mom, this discussion will get you thinking. We will provide information and research to help you decide how to move forward and figure out what is right for your family.
We Didn't Do Anything Wrong: POWER HOUR WEBINAR SERIES
Tuesday, January 12, 2027 · 7:00 – 8:00pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xgj-whob-gps
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Distraction-Free Schools Colorado
Weekly Advocacy Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Ed Tech
Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.
This call is open to all Distraction-Free Schools and Schools Beyond Screens chapter members in Colorado.
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In-Person
Turning Life On
Coalition Meetup
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Let's catch up in person to talk intentional tech advocacy. Share your struggles, win, advice with other community leads in a supportive and welcome environment of smart and dedicated advocates. Come for 30 minutes or 2 hours. We'll be here from 10-12 so stop by whenever works for you. Adrienne Principe, Founder of TLO, and other TLO Board Members will be on hand to offer suggestions and gather feedback for future resources. See you there!
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In-Person
The Balance Project | Wethersfield, CT
January Community Meeting
January 17, 2027
6:00 PM EST - 7:30 PM EST
We invite you to the THIRD of FIVE community meetings for the 26-27 school year. Whether you've been to every meeting or haven't made it to one yet, please join us!
Topics TBD
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The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Virginia Advocacy Day
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Hosted by The Balance Project's Central Virginia community.
Join parents, teachers and community members from across Virginia for a morning at the General Assembly. We'll meet with our own senators and delegates in small groups to share what we're seeing with screens in our kids' classrooms, what the research says, and what's already working in districts like Henrico.
We'll also ask legislators to support legislation that helps Virginia schools use technology intentionally, including a statewide model policy for classroom screen use.
This is a nonpartisan, volunteer-led day. We meet with legislators from both parties, and TBP does not endorse or oppose any candidate or party. No experience needed. We'll pair you with a group and send talking points ahead of time.
Participants cover their own travel, parking and meals; TBP does not pay or reimburse expenses for this event. School employees are welcome to join in their personal capacity, on their own time, and not as representatives of their school division.
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In-Person
The Balance Project
Meditation and Mindfulness
This class will empower attendees with simple practices to help them cultivate relaxation, overall wellness, and a sense of improved well-being.
Our instructor, Carole Rogers (certified life coach and meditation guide) will share exercises to help everyone slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more intentionally with their inner world. Beginners welcome!
Please note there is $25 donation required to attend each class. LINK for payment will be coming shortly.
$25.00
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Virtual
OR Unplugged Coalition
OR Unplugged Office Hours NOON TO ONE PM PST
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged!
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at hello@orunplugged.org and we can meet with you at a time that works for you.
Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)
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The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Central Virginia Monthly Meeting
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Independence And Play
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Our monthly chapter meeting where we will discuss current events, initiatives, and advocacy efforts within the community. All are welcome!
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The Balance Project | Suffield, CT
Mindful Tech Parent/Caregiver Info Evening
January 21, 2027
6:30 PM EST - 8:00 PM EST
Through a grant from the Suffield Community Fund (Greater Hartford Gives Foundation), awarded to the Suffield Elementary PTO, we will be hosting a speaker from the nonprofit organization 'DopaMind Kids' to speak to families about technology. Information will tie directly to the student assemblies taking place on 1/21 and 1/22 across Spaulding and McAlister.
ATTEND FOR A CHANCE TO WIN COOL PRIZES:
- 2 Tin Cans will be raffled off
- 2 Bloom cards will be raffled off
- other fun give aways!
* Celebrated science communicator and award-winning children’s book author Bethany Barton brings the science of screentime to life
* Learn about how our brains work, how technology affects them, and simple parenting strategies for making balanced choices
Need childcare during the informational presentation? Parks & Rec. & Youth Services have offered their support by hosting a drop-off kid event that evening in the middle school cafeteria (registration linked under "event details").
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In-Person
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Henrico County School Board Meeting
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Submit comments on any matter
Members of the public may contact the HCPS Board at any time by emailing schoolboard@henrico.k12.va.us.
Members of the public may also submit written comments for Board Meetings via this link online form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxvmHJVdgSODkEO5eKtpdeMDuSsiAOR6Q6RE04saQ_LiLueQ/viewform). The form will open for submission when the meeting agenda is posted on the Friday before the School Board meeting. Meeting agendas can be viewed on Diligent Community (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/portal/). Written comments must be received by noon on the day before the meeting.
The rules that apply to public comment at Board meetings also apply to written comments submitted for Board meetings. This includes but is not limited to:
Stakeholders must provide their name and HCPS school affiliation, if applicable.
Stakeholders shall use commonly accepted rules of courtesy, respect, civility, and decorum.
The use of obscenity or defamation is strictly prohibited and shall be ruled out of order.
Written comments submitted in accordance with the above requirements will be published as part of the meeting record. However, all written comments are subject to FOIA. Stakeholders should take this into consideration when considering including sensitive information about specific students or individuals in their comments.
Address the Board in person
The signup form will be available the Friday before each monthly School Board meeting and speakers must sign up by 4:30 p.m. on the day before the monthly meeting.
There will be a public forum during the monthly meeting for interested citizens to address the Board in person on any matter of concern about the school division. Citizens are required to sign up in advance using an online form (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0) or by calling the clerk by 4:30 p.m. the day before the monthly meeting. Speakers who sign up in advance may not transfer their speaking spot to another individual. To ensure that the School Board has an opportunity to hear from as many constituents as possible, it is requested that only one member of each household reserve a spot to speak. Individuals providing public comment on behalf of a group may speak and then provide the Board with hard copies of written comments from each member of their group. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes.
Sign up to speak at the next public forum: https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0
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Virtual
OR Unplugged Coalition
OR Unplugged Office Hours NOON TO ONE PM PST
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged!
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at hello@orunplugged.org and we can meet with you at a time that works for you.
Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)
Upcoming
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Virtual
Turning Life On
Coalition Call
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
This call is for community leads in MA to share strategies, wins and challenges to leverage collective action in MA. Whether you're a seasoned community lead already in the thick of it or just starting out, we are here to support each other!
Upcoming
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Virtual
OR Unplugged Coalition
OR Unplugged Office Hours NOON TO ONE PM PST
Delay Smartphones
Delay Social Media
Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Welcome to our recurring office hours for OR Unplugged!
We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 PM PST. If that time doesn't work for you - don't worry! Send us an email at hello@orunplugged.org and we can meet with you at a time that works for you.
Bring your questions, concerns, passion projects, and spots where you might need a hand! We also wouldn't say no if you brought a friend :)
Upcoming
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Virtual
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Central Virginia Monthly Meeting
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Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Our monthly chapter meeting where we will discuss current events, initiatives, and advocacy efforts within the community. All are welcome!
Upcoming
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In-Person
The Balance Project | Central Virginia Region
Henrico County School Board Meeting
Ed Tech
Submit comments on any matter
Members of the public may contact the HCPS Board at any time by emailing schoolboard@henrico.k12.va.us.
Members of the public may also submit written comments for Board Meetings via this link online form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxvmHJVdgSODkEO5eKtpdeMDuSsiAOR6Q6RE04saQ_LiLueQ/viewform). The form will open for submission when the meeting agenda is posted on the Friday before the School Board meeting. Meeting agendas can be viewed on Diligent Community (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/portal/). Written comments must be received by noon on the day before the meeting.
The rules that apply to public comment at Board meetings also apply to written comments submitted for Board meetings. This includes but is not limited to:
Stakeholders must provide their name and HCPS school affiliation, if applicable.
Stakeholders shall use commonly accepted rules of courtesy, respect, civility, and decorum.
The use of obscenity or defamation is strictly prohibited and shall be ruled out of order.
Written comments submitted in accordance with the above requirements will be published as part of the meeting record. However, all written comments are subject to FOIA. Stakeholders should take this into consideration when considering including sensitive information about specific students or individuals in their comments.
Address the Board in person
The signup form will be available the Friday before each monthly School Board meeting and speakers must sign up by 4:30 p.m. on the day before the monthly meeting.
There will be a public forum during the monthly meeting for interested citizens to address the Board in person on any matter of concern about the school division. Citizens are required to sign up in advance using an online form (https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0) or by calling the clerk by 4:30 p.m. the day before the monthly meeting. Speakers who sign up in advance may not transfer their speaking spot to another individual. To ensure that the School Board has an opportunity to hear from as many constituents as possible, it is requested that only one member of each household reserve a spot to speak. Individuals providing public comment on behalf of a group may speak and then provide the Board with hard copies of written comments from each member of their group. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes.
Sign up to speak at the next public forum: https://henricoschools.community.diligentoneplatform.com/home/public/requesttospeak/0
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In-Person
Turning Life On
Coalition Meetup
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Delay Social Media
Phone Free Schools
Independence And Play
Ed Tech
Let's catch up in person to talk intentional tech advocacy. Share your struggles, win, advice with other community leads in a supportive and welcome environment of smart and dedicated advocates. Come for 30 minutes or 2 hours. We'll be here from 10-12 so stop by whenever works for you. Adrienne Principe, Founder of TLO, and other TLO Board Members will be on hand to offer suggestions and gather feedback for future resources. See you there!
Upcoming
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