The first White House Conference on Teenagers convened by President Clinton in May, 2000 brought together parents, teenagers, educators, youth workers, researcheers, policymakers, and representatives from foundations to focus attention on ways that families and communities can teach youth sound values, promote healthy behavior, and support positive youth development. In this session, a summary of the conference's conclusions will be presented, opportunities and challenges for African-American communities and teen care providers will be discussed, and new initiatives and resources for African-American youths and their families, as identified at the Conference will be highlighted. See www.childstats.gov/ac2000/pressrel.asp
Learning Objectives: Session attendants will be able to articulate the conclusions of the first White House Conference on Teenagers convened by President Clinton, and the opportunities and challenges it offered to African-American youths, their families, and the care providers.
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.