WeLead Community Engagement Conference

Welcome to WeLead

WeLead: Community Engagement Conference is a one-day experience supporting the attendees' ability to become changemakers by encouraging collaborative leadership strategies within the Greater 大象传媒 community. The conference activities include impactful leadership development sessions and opportunities to build connections with community partners. Students may register at link below.

  • Refine their leadership skills and strategies to facilitate collective action among others
  • Share ideas and best practices related to group and project management
  • Engage in civil discourse about issues facing the 大象传媒 community and surrounding areas
  • Network and coalition build with other individuals to serve their common purpose


Jan. 25, 2025
Student Union, Boca Raton Campus
Doors Open at 9 am
Program Starts at 9:30 am


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All other guests:

Panelist

Alana St. John, Director of Development, Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services

Alex Price, Interim CEO, Project Opioid; Founder & CEO, Price Consulting Solutions; Co-Founder, Making Change Florida

Lindy Harvey, Executive Director of Spirit of Giving

Community Organizations:
Gift of Life:
Ode to Boca:

Schedule

Time
9:00 a.m. Check-In & Light Refreshments
Location: Student Union Lobby for Check-in; The Palm MPR for refreshments
9:20 a.m. Transition guests to Live Oaks
Location: Live Oaks
9:30 a.m. Opening Remarks
Location: Live Oaks
9:35 a.m. Community Engagement Panel
Facilitator: Sarah Johnson, Elite Owl Ambassador and member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Panelists:
Alana St. John, Director of Development, Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
Alex Price, Interim CEO, Project; Opioid Founder & CEO, Price Consulting Solutions; Co-Founder, Making Change Florida
Lindy Harvey, Executive Director of Spirit of Giving
10:00 a.m. Session 1 Block
Location:Grand Palms
10:40 a.m. Community Engagement Time
10:50 a.m. Session 2 Block
Location: Grand Palms
11:30 a.m. Transition to Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Auditorium
11:40 a.m. Keynote Speech
Location: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Auditorium
Introduction by Jean Pierre, Elite Owl Ambassador and member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Keynote and Q &A by State Representative Jervonte Edmonds
12:10 p.m. Transition to Live Oaks for Lunch Reception
Location: Live Oaks
12:15 p.m. Lunch Networking Reception
Location: Live Oaks
Tabling by Gift of Life and Ode to Boca (Art Project)


SESSIONS

DESCRIPTION LOCATIONS LEVEL

Building Bridges through Common Purpose

Christopher "CJ" Thomas, Coordinator for Weppner Center for LEAD and Service-Learning

Description - This engaging session invites participants to explore the concept of shared purpose as a foundation for collaboration and understanding. During the session, attendees will identify shared values and goals, while fostering a spirit of cooperation and collective action.

Grand Palm 1 Individual/ Groups

Building Connections: Community Engagement Strategies for Student Leaders

Andrew Moreira, MPA, Assistant Director for Student Government

Discover how to foster meaningful connections and maximize your impact as a student leader through effective community engagement strategies. This interactive training will provide practical tips for tabling, organizing events, fundraising, and building relationships with alumni and local organizations. Whether you're a Student Government representative, club leader, or graduating senior, you'll gain tools to leave a lasting legacy while creating meaningful experiences for your community.

Grand Palm 2 Individual/ Society

Pursue your Purpose with Integrity

Anasia Been, Coso Director, President of Community Service Club

Shila Ductan, Resident Assistant and Vice President of Black Student Union

Description - Teaching student leaders the importance of pursuing their purpose with intention on campus. The presentation also emphasizes the value of following through on campus involvement with integrity.

Grand Palm 3 Individual

From Passion to Action: Engaging in Political Causes

Trevian Briskey, Political Intern for Palm Beach County

Description - This interactive session will empower attendees to transform their personal convictions into impactful engagement. Join us as we explore the fundamental steps to getting involved in political causes that resonate with you. We鈥檒l discuss strategies for effective changemaking and practical tips for navigating the involvement in local organizations.

Grand Palm 4 Individual/ Society



Keynote: State Representative Jervonte Edmonds

Bio: Jervonte 鈥淭ae鈥 Edmonds, is a Florida State Representative for District 88 and Founder and CEO of Suits For Seniors, Inc., the fastest-growing youth preparedness and exposure program in the country. A proud alumnus of 大象传媒, he holds a B.S. degree in Political Science, and is an acclaimed Public Speaker, successful Entrepreneur, inspiring Educator, prolific Author, and compassionate Philanthropist, embodying the spirit of innovation and service.