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UVC Advocacy Training

Location: Online

United Voices for Children in partnership with children's advocates for Change invite you to:

Advocacy Training for greater action impact: Addressing Youth Mental Health and Accessibility

Feb. 10, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Event Details

  • Equip community workers, mental health professionals, UMC laity and clergy, school administrators, teachers and others with the tools and knowledge to effectively advocate for children and youth facing mentla health challenges
  • Meet Illinois Legislators and Special Guest Advocates
  • Earn 1.25 CEUs

Learn more and register

Questions? Contact Nik Rana at UVC.

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