The same dynamic conference now online
Sanctuary Network Days 2021:
Virtual Conference
Honoring the Past, Envisioning the Future
May 5-7, 2021
Our theme this year focuses on the sharing of transformative experiences and strategies among our global network agencies in the practice of the Sanctuary Model®. Organizational leaders, educators, and their communities will gain opportunities to connect, reflect, explore and provide hope and envision the future with the application of various trauma-responsive practices to navigate our global crisis during rich and dynamic workshop sessions.
Join us, be inspired as you learn about current research and practices to help our children, families, communities, and stakeholders in promoting healing, restoration and building resiliency!
For questions, please contact:
Alicia Peak
Program Associate
Please note only credits will be honored to individuals unable to attend an event. If you are unable to attend an event, kindly reach out to Keisha Oxford at koxford@jdam.org.
Sanctuary Institute Background
The Sanctuary Institute, a division of ANDRUS in Yonkers, NY provides training and consultation services to the organizations that work with vulnerable adults, children and families with an aim to help an agency’s leaders reclaim a culture of hope and innovation. The Sanctuary Institute’s transformational process requires deep commitment, but rewards participants with powerful and measurable organizational change.
This transformational process emerged from a collaborative effort between Dr. Sandra Bloom and ANDRUS.
ANDRUS has a longstanding history in the New York metropolitan area for excellence in a range of services to children and families. In early 2001, the campus programs became a proving ground for a trauma-informed organizational and environment-based care intervention called the Sanctuary Model. Within five years of introducing the model on campus, ANDRUS‘ leadership partnered with Sanctuary founder, Dr. Sandra Bloom, and her colleagues from Philadelphia to construct a training institute that would offer the Sanctuary Model to other human service organizations. The early successes of training and coaching other agencies to use Sanctuary sparked the birth of what is now the Sanctuary Institute and we now serve over 800 organizations globally.
Our annual conference is in support of our global network that have embraced and practiced the Model to create organizational change. How will you impact your environment and reclaim a culture of hope and innovation!
Registration
The first 50 registrants get a swag.
Registration Cost– $219 per person
Groups of 5 or more use promo code ND2021 for a 10% discount.
Register Now to ensure your organization’s attendance.
Registration closes on 5/3 at 12n EST.
Questions and Answers for Purchase Order Registration, please contact:
Keisha N. Oxford: Koxford@jdam.org
Director of Business Operations at the Sanctuary Institute
Keynote Speaker for Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Vincent Felitti
Co-Principal Investigator, the Adverse Childhood Experiences (Ace) Study
A renowned physician and researcher, Dr. Vincent J. Felitti is one of the world’s foremost experts on childhood trauma. Leading the charge in research into how adverse childhood experiences affect adults, he is co-principal investigator of the internationally recognized Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study, a long-term, in-depth, analysis of over 17,000 adults. Defying conventional belief, this study famously revealed a powerful relationship between our emotional experiences as children and our physical and mental health as adults. In fact, the ACE study shows that humans convert childhood traumatic emotional experiences into organic disease later in life. Revolutionary at its inception, Felitti’s groundbreaking research remains extremely relevant to today’s healthcare models.
Founder of the Department of Preventive Medicine for Kaiser Permanente, Felitti served as the chief of preventive medicine for over 25 years. Under Dr. Felitti’s leadership, his department provided comprehensive medical evaluations to 1.1 million individuals, becoming the largest single-site medical evaluation facility in the western world. During this time, Felitti’s revolutionary health risk abatement programs incorporated weight loss, smoking cessation, stress management, and a wide range of cutting-edge efforts to reduce patient risk factors. Dr. Felitti is Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of California, and a Fellow of The American College of Physicians. He is currently Senior Editor of The Permanente Journal and on the International Editorial Board of the Swiss medical journal, Trauma und Gewalt. Dr. Felitti has served on advisory committees of the Institute of Medicine, the American Psychiatric Association, the Committee of the Secretary of Health and Human Services for Healthy People 2020, and the Advisory Committee on Women’s Services at SAMHSA. A noted expert on the genetic disease hemochromatosis, as well as obesity, he educates audiences around the country on these two very common, deadly maladies.
An engaging speaker, Felitti has traveled the world speaking with audiences and various policy leaders about his research. A well versed medical expert, Felitti also uses his knowledge to speak out against domestic violence and other forms of childhood trauma. Drawing on his years of experience, he has become an important voice advocating for the wellbeing of children everywhere. While time may not heal all wounds, Felitti helps show audiences how we can understand these physical and mental traumas, and ultimately, prevent them.
Keynote Speaker for Thursday, May 6, 2021
Paul James
Diversity Management and Intercultural Awareness
Paul James, a native of Wichita, Kansas, spent 25 years in higher education (Duke University, Xavier University (OH), Oregon State University, and Baldwin Wallace University) and health care (Duke University Health System) serving in various executive roles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ethnic Studies and English Literature from Wichita State University; a Master’s degree in Higher Education and Counseling from Oregon State University; and Mr. James holds a community commitment Rite-of-Passage certificate from the Iqraa Council of Elders.
He has worked in public, private and in health care settings—in student affairs, academic affairs, and president’s offices with titles such as Director, Assistant Vice President, and Chief Diversity Officer. He is widely considered to be a global expert in three fundamental areas: Human Resources and Development, Diversity Management and Intercultural Awareness, and Executive Coaching.
Mr. James has consulted widely and believes in an intimate approach that fosters trust, speaking truth to power, encourages empathy and compassion, and promotes active listening. Whether educational, health care, or corporate settings, Paul James is a highly sought-after consultant and trusted advisor, nationwide. Presently, as President and Chief People Strategist at Lighthouse Strategy Consulting, James is working with Google, The Kissinger Group, the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, the University of Pittsburgh — among others.
Conference schedule is an Eastern Standard Time Zone
Day 1 – Wednesday, May 5th
| Time | Agenda | Description | Organizations & Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | Welcome | Network Days Welcome | |
| 10:45 AM | Meeting | Community Meeting | |
| 10:55 AM | Keynote | Keynote Speaker: Vincent Felitti, M.D. | |
| 12:15 PM | Lunch | Visit our Networking Lounge for activities | |
| 12:45 PM | Workshop Session 1 | ||
| Workshop A | Improvising Sanctuary: Creating a Unique Leadership Toolbox to Advance Sanctuary Culture Open Workshop Handout | Sarah A. Reed Children's Center - Larry Shallenberger, BA | |
| Workshop B | Sanctuary in a Circle: Restorative Practices and the Seven Commitments Open Workshop Handout | ANDRUS - Stephan Spilkowitz MA; Francesca Di Mauro, LCSW, RDT; Michael Taylor | |
| Workshop C | Navigating Rough Seas: Organizational Trauma Parallel Process, Collective Disturbance Open Workshop Handout | Cornerstones of Care - Beth Harmon | |
| 1:45 AM | Body Break | Transition & Network Lounge Activities | |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Workshop Session 2 | ||
| Workshop A | SELF in Virtual Supervision and Team Meetings Open Workshop Handout 1 Open Workshop Handout 2 | Cornerstones of Care - Lesa Chandler, MRE | |
| Workshop B | Sharing Sanctuary: Engaging and Educating Your Community through Social Media Strategies | Sarah A. Reed Children's Center - Emily Ferguson, MS | |
| Workshop C | Compassion Fatigue: What's on your Plate Open Workshop Handout | Experiential Alternatives - Sharon McGloin, MSOD, MS, CTRS | |
| Workshop D | Beyond ACEs: Creating Positive Childhood Experiences with Programs Open Workshop Handout | Metropolitan Ministries - Beth Orr, LMHC; Vicki Hummer, LCSW | |
| 3:15 PM | Meeting | Certification Team & Peer Reviewer Meeting | |
Day 2 – Thursday, May 6th
| Time | Agenda | Description | Organizations & Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | Welcome | Network Days Welcome | |
| 10:35 AM | Meeting | Community Meeting | |
| 10:40 AM | Updates | Sanctuary Institute Updates | |
| 11:00 AM | Keynote | Keynote Speaker: Paul James, M. Ed | |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch | Visit our Networking Lounge for activities | |
| 12:30 PM | Awards | Awards and Certified Sites Recognition | |
| 12:45 PM | Workshop Session 3 | ||
| Workshop A | Addressing Inclusion and Microaggressions in the Workplace: Part 1 | ANDRUS - Angel Gray, MS, MSW; Fabiola Abreu, MPA; Jaye Holly, MS | |
| Workshop B | Strengthening Connections: Using Sanctuary to Improve Team Morale During the Pandemic | ANDRUS - Danni Lapin Zou, LCSW-R; Shira Kafker, Psy.D; Yesenia Gassman, LCSW | |
| Workshop C | Sanctuary in Scotland: Developing a Bespoke Practice Framework Open Workshop Handout 1 Open Workshop Handout 2 | Care Visions - Moira Greentree, Dip. in Social Work & Community Education | |
| 1:45 AM | Body Break | Transition & Network Lounge Activities | |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Workshop Session 4 | ||
| Workshop A | Addressing Inclusion and Microaggressions in the Workplace: Part 2 | ANDRUS - Angel Gray, MS, MSW; Fabiola Abreu, MPA; Jaye Holly, MS | |
| Workshop B | Red Flag Retooled | Villa of Hope - Christine Stahelli, LMSW; Adam Tuffillaro, BS; Theodore Adams | |
| Workshop C | SELF on the Shelf | Sarah A. Reed Children's Center - Kristen Heisler | |
| Workshop D | Keeping Sanctuary Alive | The Methodist Home - Cameron Bishop, LCSW; Staci Fonseca; Dr. Jeff Lawrence | |
| 3:00-3:30 PM | Networking Session | ||
Day 3 – Friday, May 7th
| Time | Agenda | Description | Organizations & Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | Welcome | ||
| 10:35 AM | Meeting | Community Meeting | |
| 11:00 AM | Remarks | Closing Remarks and Thank You | |
| 11:15 AM | Workshop Session 5 | ||
| Workshop A | Holistic Fundraising: Creating an Adaptive Design for the Future Open Workshop Handout | Bethany Christian Services - Lauren Fitzmaurice, MSW; Joana Leatherman, BA | |
| Workshop B | Equity and Justice, an 8th Commitment: The Process | Positive Education Program - Kyle Rose, M.Ed | |
| Workshop C | Mobilizing a Trauma-Responsive Core Team Open Workshop Handout | ANDRUS - Stephan Spilkowitz, MA; Fabiola Abreu, MPA | |
| 12:15 PM | Network Days Concludes | ||
Call for Proposals
As a member of the Sanctuary Network of practice, we invite you to submit proposals for workshops for the Sanctuary Network Conference being held from May 5 – 7, 2021. These workshops should be relevant to the field of Trauma Informed Care and should highlight experiences, innovations, and practical strategies exemplifying the uses of the Sanctuary Model that would be interesting and applicable to organizations as they implement and sustain the Sanctuary Model.
This year’s theme for Network Days is Honoring the Past, Envisioning the Future. As such, we welcome proposals for workshops that will support this year’s theme and emphasizes the transformative nature of the Sanctuary Model.
As you plan and prepare your proposal, please keep in mind that the workshops are 60 minutes each, and presenters should include time within this window to allow for attendee questions.
Proposals will be evaluated by the Workshop Committee (a representative group of Sanctuary Network Members and Sanctuary faculty members). Evaluators will independently review each proposal and provide a total score based on:
- Relevance to the Sanctuary Model
- Experiential and engaging nature of workshop design and content
- Applicability and usefulness of information to others in the Network
An average of the evaluators’ scores will be assigned to the proposal and those with the highest scores will be selected for presentation after Committee consensus. It should be noted that each Sanctuary Network organization may submit up to three proposals. While an organization may have more than one proposal selected, the goal is to provide a diverse representative selection of workshops from across the Sanctuary Network.
To be considered you must submit all required information with your Proposal, including your bio (about 100 words), headshot (for each presenter) and your credentials
The deadline for submitting proposals has passed. Check back for future event dates.
Put your hat in for our Resiliency Award
It has certainly been a year full of the unknown. Through your relationships with our Sanctuary Institute faculty, we have heard extraordinary stories about how your organizations have come together to support one another, as well as the communities you serve during this most challenging, historic year.
In this sprit, we created an award for Resiliency at the organizational level – to honor the tremendous work you do.
The nomination deadline has passed.
Nominees will be notified on Monday April 26, 2021.
Presenters
Fabiola Abreu
Francesca Di Mauro
Yesenia Gassman
Angel Gray
Jaye Holly
Dr. Shira Kafker
Danni Lapin Zou
Stephan Spilkowitz
Michael Taylor
Lauren Fitzmaurice
Joana Leatherman
Moira Greentree
Lesa Chandler
Beth Harmon
Sharon McGloin
Beth Orr
Vicki Hummer
Kyle Rose
Emily Ferguson
Kristen Heisler
Larry Shallenberger
Cameron Bishop
Staci Fonseca
Dr. Jeff Lawrence
Theodore Adams
Adam Tufillaro
Christine Staheli
Presentations
| Wednesday May 5, 2021 | Workshop Titles | Organization | Primary Presenter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Session 1 | 12:45-1:45 pm | ||
| Workshop A: | Improvising Sanctuary: Creating a Unique Leadership Toolbox to Advance Sanctuary Culture Open Workshop Handout | Sarah Reed Children's Center | Larry Shallenberger |
| Workshop B: | Sanctuary in a Circle: Restorative Practices and the Seven Commitments Open Workshop Handout | ANDRUS | Stephan Spilkowitz |
| Workshop C: | Navigating Rough Seas: Organizational Trauma Parallel Process, Collective Disturbance Open Workshop Handout | Cornerstones of Care | Beth Harmon |
| Workshop Session 2 | 2:00-3:00 pm | ||
| Workshop A: | SELF in Virtual Supervision and Team Meetings Open Workshop Handout 1 Open Workshop Handout 2 | Cornerstones of Care | Lesa Chandler |
| Workshop B: | Sharing Sanctuary: Engaging and Educating Your Community through Social Media Strategies | Sarah Reed Children's Center | Emily Ferguson |
| Workshop C: | Compassion Fatigue: What's on your Plate Open Workshop Handout | Experiential Alternatives | Sharon McGloin |
| Workshop D: | Beyond ACEs: Creating Positive Childhood Experiences with Programs Open Workshop Handout | Metropolitan Ministries | Beth Orr |
| Thursday May 6, 2021 | Workshop Titles | Organization | Primary Presenter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Session 3 | 12:45-1:45 pm | ||
| Workshop A: | Addressing Inclusion and Microaggressions in the Workplace: Part 1 | ANDRUS | Angel Gray |
| Workshop B: | Strengthening Connections: Using Sanctuary to Improve Team Morale During the Pandemic | ANDRUS | Danni Lapin Zou |
| Workshop C: | Sanctuary in Scotland: Developing a Bespoke Practice Framework Open Workshop Handout 1 Open Workshop Handout 2 | Care Visions | Moira Greentree |
| Workshop Session 4 | 2:00-3:00 pm | ||
| Workshop A: | Addressing Inclusion and Microaggressions in the Workplace: Part 2 | ANDRUS | Angel Gray |
| Workshop B: | Red Flag Retooled | Villa of Hope | Christine Staheli |
| Workshop C: | SELF on the Shelf | Sarah Reed Children's Center | Kristen Heisler |
| Workshop D: | Keeping Sanctuary Alive | The Methodist Home | Cameron Bishop |
| Friday May 7, 2021 | Workshop Titles | Organization | Primary Presenter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop Session 5 | 11:15 am-12:15 pm | ||
| Workshop A: | Holistic Fundraising: Creating an Adaptive Design for the Future Open Workshop Handout | Bethany Christian Services | Lauren Fitzmaurice |
| Workshop B: | Equity and Justice, an 8th Commitment: The Process | Positive Education Program | Kyle Rose |
| Workshop C: | Mobilizing a Trauma-Responsive Core Team Open Workshop Handout | ANDRUS | Stephan Spilkowitz |
Network Agencies
Andrus
Atlanta CASA
Bethany Christian Services
Cardinal McCloskey Community Charter School
Care Visions – Scotland
Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky
Colorado Dept. of Youth Services
Community In Schools Pittsburgh Allegheny County
Cornerstones of Care
Counseling & Recovery Services of OK
Drueding Center
Experiential Alternatives
Foster’s Home for Children
Ga Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries
Gwen’s Girls
Hallmark Youthcare Richmond
Home of the Innocents
House of the Good Shepherd
Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York
Little Flower UFSD
MercyFirst
The Methodist Home
Metropolitan Ministries
Morrison Child and Family Services
NYS OCFS
Orchard Place
Palm Beach County Youth Services Department
Positive Education Program
Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center
SCO Family Services
South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
University Settlement
Villa of Hope
Wings for Children and Families
Women Against Abuse
Zepf Center
Sponsors
Partners
SCO Family Services
Shodair Children’s Hospital
Orchard Place
Metropolitan Ministries
Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center
Cornerstones of Care
Home of the Innocents
Methodist Home for Children and Youth
