Virginia Family Impact Seminars
The Virginia Family Impact Seminars is directed by Robyn McDougle at the Virginia Commonwealth University.
| Seminar | Date | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| FIS 6 | May 2017 | The Adverse Effects of Childhood Trauma |
| FIS 5 | May 2016 | Aging Out of Foster Care; Fostering Futures Into Adulthood |
| FIS 4 | May 2013 | Military and Veteran Families: Focus on Strategies for Sustainable Housing and Family Well-Being |
| FIS 3 | May 2011 | Employment Opportunities and Workforce Development: Policies, Programs and Strategies for Virginia’s Families |
| FIS 2 | September 2009 | Substance Abuse Prevention: Policies, Programs and Strategies for Virginia’s Youth |
| FIS 1 | October 2008 | Truancy and Dropout Prevention Policies: Strategies for Virginia’s Youth |
Contact Information
- Robyn McDougle
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Office of Public Policy Outreach
- rdmcdougle@vcu.edu
- Jordan Stewart
- stewartjt@vcu.edu
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