A Sneak Peek at LLLI 2005 Conference Sessions
Mary Hurt
LLL Public Relations Associate
From: LEAVEN, Vol. 40 No. 3, June-July 2004, p. 62.
Ever wonder where you can
find the latest information on alligator wrestling? Does the thought
of your child bullying or being bullied keep you awake at night? Did
you think you’d be able to find information on such different topics
all in one place? Of course you can, if you attend the LLLI Conference.
Join us to learn, share, and make a difference in Washington DC, July
2-5, 2005. Here’s your first glimpse into the enlightening sessions
planned for the LLLI 2005 Conference.
At her humorous and motivating
presentation “Surviving by Your Wisdom and Wit: Inspiration to
Handle Stressful Life Situations,” Ana Tampanna, MFA, will teach
Conference attendees how to wrestle the “alligators” in their
lives such as relationship problems and losses. The session will include
audience participation, coaching techniques, and personal strategies
for coping with life’s difficult times. Ana’s approach to
handling challenges, crisis, and tragedy will involve personal creativity,
humor, and “out of the box resources.” The session will help
you stay centered in your own strong truth while accessing your personal
wisdom.
In another session, “Meaningful
Connections: the Importance of Women’s Friendships,” Tampanna
will help participants explore life defining moments with each other,
mirroring and processing the values and insights that result. From early
experiences of leadership as children to experiences of danger, loss,
and triumph, we can strengthen our confidence and validation through
deep connection in friendship. Expect to leave this workshop with new
friendships to treasure.
Ms. Tampanna, professional
speaker and coach, is the author of The Womanly Art of Alligator
Wrestling: Inspirational Stories for Outrageous Women Who Survive by
Their Wisdom and Wit and the booklet, Managing Life’s Difficult
Times: 75 Tips for Handling Crisis and Tragedy in a Healthy Way.
Barbara Coloroso, internationally
recognized speaker and author in the area of parenting will present
two sessions at the LLLI Conference: “The Bully, the Bullied and
the Bystander,” subject of one of her national bestselling books,
and “Children and Ethics,” the subject of a soon-to-be published
book. Ms. Coloroso is an educational consultant for school districts,
the medical and business community, the criminal justice system, and
other educational associations in the United States, Canada, Europe,
South America, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, and Iceland.
She is the author of two
international best sellers: Kids are Worth It! Giving Your Child
the Gift of Inner Discipline and Parenting through Crisis: Helping
Kids in Times of Loss, Grief and Change.
Coloroso believes that all
parents must teach their children that they believe in them, trust in
them, have faith that they can handle situations, are listened to, are
cared for, and are very important to them. She is a sought-after speaker
who gives practical information in a clear, interesting, and inspiring
manner. Expect to leave her sessions better prepared to be the parent
you want to be.
Additional speakers and sessions
will be announced in future editions of LEAVEN, NEW BEGINNINGS, and
on the LLLI Web site. Plan to attend the 19th International Breastfeeding
Conference, July 2-5, 2005 at the Hilton Washington and Towers, Washington
DC, USA so you can experience exhilarating sessions and a breastfeeding-friendly
world.
New York
Based Ripplewood Foundation
Generously Donates Money for 2005 LLLI Conference Scholarships
Leader Constance Pond and
her husband, Glen Hubbard, successfully solicited a $15,000 grant to
be awarded to LLL Leaders for scholarships to attend the 2005 LLLI Conference
in Washington, DC, USA. According to Constance, “Keeping our ears
open and being creative,” led to this unique venture in fundraising.
When Glenn recently joined
the Board of Directors of a financial company, Constance and Glenn learned
that the head of the company had money available to donate to good causes.
Glenn could ask for gifts for special charities that might need money
for specific purposes. What nonprofit organization is as special as
La Leche League?
Constance and Glenn worked
with Pam Oselka, the LLLI Associate Director of Funding Development,
to decide on appropriate materials to acquaint the prospective donor
with the work of LLL. They discussed a variety of possible fundable
projects. Constance and Pam identified a project that was specific,
useful, and easy to explain—scholarships for the next LLLI Conference.
Constance and Glenn carefully drafted a letter. The day after it was
sent, Glenn received a call saying the request was approved. A week
later, LLLI received the $15,000 check.
LLLI is very grateful to
the Ripplewood Foundation for its generosity and grateful to Constance
and Glenn. Because of their hard work and ingenuity, approximately 30
Leaders from around the world will attend the LLLI Conference, Breastfeeding:
Ancient Art-Modern Miracle, July 2-5, 2005.
Esmé Nel, Leader South Africa, has agreed to head the scholarship
committee. Look for further information about the scholarship applications
on the LLLI Web site and in future issues of LEAVEN.
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