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EVENTS

Upcoming Events

  • National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference (2023)
    National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference (2023)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, May 01
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    May 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – May 02, 2023, 3:00 PM
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    May 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – May 02, 2023, 3:00 PM
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    Each spring, the ASU Center for Child Well-Being hosts the National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference, not only to further awareness of the impact of incarceration on children and families, but also to increase community capacity to respond in helpful and healing ways.
  • DC Project Connect at the International Prisoner Family Conference | Ticketed Event
    DC Project Connect at the International Prisoner Family Conference | Ticketed Event
    Wed, Oct 19
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    Oct 19, 2022, 11:00 AM
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    Oct 19, 2022, 11:00 AM
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    This year, DC Project Connect will share insights regarding caregiving and children impacted by parental incarceration. Dr. Avon will also share the Advocacy in Action Coalition's 2022 Master Class Speakers Series. This is an event you do not want to miss. 3-day virtual event
  • DC Project Connect Reading Circles [Choose Dates below]
    DC Project Connect Reading Circles [Choose Dates below]
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 29
    Register for Link
    Sep 29, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Register for Link
    Sep 29, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Register for Link
    Help children better understand their emotions. Learn how children express and identify with difficult topics such as incarceration, jail, prison visits, and other challenging discussions. Parents learn techniques for bonding and rebuilding trust, especially after being untruthful with children.
  •  DC Wave Festival | Join DCPC at the festival Meet Dr. Geoff Johnson Exec. Director
     DC Wave Festival | Join DCPC at the festival Meet Dr. Geoff Johnson Exec. Director
    Sat, Aug 13
    Washington
    Aug 13, 2022, 10:00 AM
    Washington, 1331 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    Aug 13, 2022, 10:00 AM
    Washington, 1331 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    Join DC Project Connect at the "Wave Festival." Learn about our services, publications, and upcoming events.
  • Reclaiming Hope | Grief and Incarceration
    Reclaiming Hope | Grief and Incarceration
    Wed, Jul 20
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    Jul 20, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    Jul 20, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    DC Project Connect provides psycho-educational support to those impacted by incarceration. During this 4-week workshop, participants will focus on doing "self-work," building self-awareness of underlying loss and potentially unresolved trauma. Dr. Hart-Johnson will facilitate the course.
  • DC Project Connect Board of Directors Meeting
    DC Project Connect Board of Directors Meeting
    Tue, Jul 19
    via ZOOM
    Jul 19, 2022, 6:00 PM
    via ZOOM
    Jul 19, 2022, 6:00 PM
    via ZOOM
    DC Project Connect will hold its board of directors meeting on July 20, 2022. This is the last meeting of the summer before entering FY2023 (fiscal year runs from 10.1.2021 to 9.30.2022.)
  • Coffee Talk & Me Time| DC Project Connect
    Coffee Talk & Me Time| DC Project Connect
    Tue, Jul 12
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    Jul 12, 2022, 9:30 AM EDT
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    Jul 12, 2022, 9:30 AM EDT
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    During this Life Skills Workshop, participants will discuss such topics as conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, family reunification, and other essential psycho-educational topics. Guest Speakers present on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for Home Detention and Half-way house residents
  • Guest Lecture at GW University
    Guest Lecture at GW University
    Thu, Oct 28
    Zoom
    Oct 28, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Oct 28, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Dr. Hart-Johnson will guest lecture for her alma mater GW University. Hart-Johnson is a 2011 graduate of GW. The topic will be Reentry for Women who were Previously Incarerated.
  • Reading Circles at Fairview
    Reading Circles at Fairview
    Mon, Oct 25
    Zoom Invitation
    Oct 25, 2021, 6:00 PM
    Zoom Invitation
    Oct 25, 2021, 6:00 PM
    Zoom Invitation
    A reading circle using bibliotherapy will be held for the residents of the Fairview Residential Reentry Center. The circle will be hosted by Emily Zhang, DC Project Connect Reading Circle Volunteer.
  • Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson Guest of 4Ever Healed
    Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson Guest of 4Ever Healed
    Mon, Feb 08
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Feb 08, 2021, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Feb 08, 2021, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Hey Family join me and the "4EverHealed" organization on Monday night, (2/8/2021), 7:00 p.m. EST, where I will discuss children dealing with grief, loss, and unprecedented times of a time of COVID and other disruptions in normalness. https://twitter.com/4everhealed/status/1358138094113992704?s=20
  • Candid Parenting Conversations with CFLS
    Candid Parenting Conversations with CFLS
    Mon, Aug 24
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Aug 24, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Aug 24, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Conversations in the Age of COVID19 and George Floyd. Join Dr. Rentata Hedringting-Jones and Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson for this important parenting conversation. Dr. Hart-Johnson will offer tips on managing difficult discussions.
  • DC Project Connect & RAN Distribute PPE RE: COVID19
    DC Project Connect & RAN Distribute PPE RE: COVID19
    Sat, Aug 01
    Safeway
    Aug 01, 2020, 12:00 PM
    Safeway, 2845 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020, USA
    Aug 01, 2020, 12:00 PM
    Safeway, 2845 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020, USA
    Join us at Safeway, Alabama Avenue, SE Washington DC Saturday 8/1/2020, 12:00 p.m. We are giving out masks, sanitizer, and information cards to the community.
  • Qualitatives Conference Research Paper Presentation
    Qualitatives Conference Research Paper Presentation
    Wed, Jun 24
    Brescia University College
    Jun 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
    Brescia University College, 1285 Western Rd, London, ON N6G 1H2, Canada
    Jun 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
    Brescia University College, 1285 Western Rd, London, ON N6G 1H2, Canada
    DCPC will present its children's books and supporting research study findings. The focus of our paper is on methodology.
  • REENTRY: 2020 VISION
    REENTRY: 2020 VISION
    Sat, May 16
    Washington
    May 16, 2020, 11:30 AM
    Washington, Washington, DC, USA
    May 16, 2020, 11:30 AM
    Washington, Washington, DC, USA
    This reentry symposium will be an engaging and comprehensive discussion about reentry as it impacts government, the faith community, the justice department, families and educators.
  • COVID-19 Response to Family Reunification
    COVID-19 Response to Family Reunification
    Tue, May 12
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    May 12, 2020, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    May 12, 2020, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    Family's lives can be disrupted and strained by the disruption of incarceration as well as reunification of a returning citizen's integration in the household. Stress peaks, financial considerations increase, and the risk for conflict can ensue. See registration.
  • Families Unite: April 24th, 8:30 p.m. with Linda Lou
    Families Unite: April 24th, 8:30 p.m. with Linda Lou
    Tue, Apr 28
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    Apr 28, 2020, 8:30 PM
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    Apr 28, 2020, 8:30 PM
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    "When Times Get Tough - Can the Tough Still Laugh?" Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
  • Rae Wilson - Regain Control in Uncertain Times
    Rae Wilson - Regain Control in Uncertain Times
    Fri, Apr 17
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Apr 17, 2020, 8:30 PM
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Apr 17, 2020, 8:30 PM
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Please share this seminar with your networks for families, advocates, and others who may need an uplift during these times of uncertainty.  While we began this virtual hub for families affected by incarceration, we have expanded our outreach to people who may be stressed and need a bit of self-care.
  • DCPC Training at Community Family Life Services
    DCPC Training at Community Family Life Services
    Thu, Apr 09
    CFLS
    Apr 09, 2020, 9:00 AM – Apr 10, 2020, 3:30 AM
    CFLS, Washington, DC, USA
    Apr 09, 2020, 9:00 AM – Apr 10, 2020, 3:30 AM
    CFLS, Washington, DC, USA
    A two day training seminar will be held in Washington DC for Helping professionals who use our children's books that explain parental incarcertion.

Past Events

  • National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference (2023)
    National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference (2023)
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, May 01
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    May 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – May 02, 2023, 3:00 PM
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    May 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – May 02, 2023, 3:00 PM
    https://specialevents.asu.edu/ereg/newreg.p
    Each spring, the ASU Center for Child Well-Being hosts the National Children of Incarcerated Parents Conference, not only to further awareness of the impact of incarceration on children and families, but also to increase community capacity to respond in helpful and healing ways.
  • DC Project Connect at the International Prisoner Family Conference | Ticketed Event
    DC Project Connect at the International Prisoner Family Conference | Ticketed Event
    Wed, Oct 19
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    Oct 19, 2022, 11:00 AM
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    Oct 19, 2022, 11:00 AM
    Virtual event (3-days) via Zoom
    This year, DC Project Connect will share insights regarding caregiving and children impacted by parental incarceration. Dr. Avon will also share the Advocacy in Action Coalition's 2022 Master Class Speakers Series. This is an event you do not want to miss. 3-day virtual event
  • DC Project Connect Reading Circles [Choose Dates below]
    DC Project Connect Reading Circles [Choose Dates below]
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 29
    Register for Link
    Sep 29, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Register for Link
    Sep 29, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Register for Link
    Help children better understand their emotions. Learn how children express and identify with difficult topics such as incarceration, jail, prison visits, and other challenging discussions. Parents learn techniques for bonding and rebuilding trust, especially after being untruthful with children.
  •  DC Wave Festival | Join DCPC at the festival Meet Dr. Geoff Johnson Exec. Director
     DC Wave Festival | Join DCPC at the festival Meet Dr. Geoff Johnson Exec. Director
    Sat, Aug 13
    Washington
    Aug 13, 2022, 10:00 AM
    Washington, 1331 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    Aug 13, 2022, 10:00 AM
    Washington, 1331 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
    Join DC Project Connect at the "Wave Festival." Learn about our services, publications, and upcoming events.
  • Reclaiming Hope | Grief and Incarceration
    Reclaiming Hope | Grief and Incarceration
    Wed, Jul 20
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    Jul 20, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    Jul 20, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Invitation Only| Private Group
    DC Project Connect provides psycho-educational support to those impacted by incarceration. During this 4-week workshop, participants will focus on doing "self-work," building self-awareness of underlying loss and potentially unresolved trauma. Dr. Hart-Johnson will facilitate the course.
  • DC Project Connect Board of Directors Meeting
    DC Project Connect Board of Directors Meeting
    Tue, Jul 19
    via ZOOM
    Jul 19, 2022, 6:00 PM
    via ZOOM
    Jul 19, 2022, 6:00 PM
    via ZOOM
    DC Project Connect will hold its board of directors meeting on July 20, 2022. This is the last meeting of the summer before entering FY2023 (fiscal year runs from 10.1.2021 to 9.30.2022.)
  • Coffee Talk & Me Time| DC Project Connect
    Coffee Talk & Me Time| DC Project Connect
    Tue, Jul 12
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    Jul 12, 2022, 9:30 AM EDT
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    Jul 12, 2022, 9:30 AM EDT
    Via ZOOM Private Invitation
    During this Life Skills Workshop, participants will discuss such topics as conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, family reunification, and other essential psycho-educational topics. Guest Speakers present on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month for Home Detention and Half-way house residents
  • Guest Lecture at GW University
    Guest Lecture at GW University
    Thu, Oct 28
    Zoom
    Oct 28, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Oct 28, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Dr. Hart-Johnson will guest lecture for her alma mater GW University. Hart-Johnson is a 2011 graduate of GW. The topic will be Reentry for Women who were Previously Incarerated.
  • Reading Circles at Fairview
    Reading Circles at Fairview
    Mon, Oct 25
    Zoom Invitation
    Oct 25, 2021, 6:00 PM
    Zoom Invitation
    Oct 25, 2021, 6:00 PM
    Zoom Invitation
    A reading circle using bibliotherapy will be held for the residents of the Fairview Residential Reentry Center. The circle will be hosted by Emily Zhang, DC Project Connect Reading Circle Volunteer.
  • Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson Guest of 4Ever Healed
    Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson Guest of 4Ever Healed
    Mon, Feb 08
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Feb 08, 2021, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Feb 08, 2021, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    https://www.facebook.com/griefhealers/
    Hey Family join me and the "4EverHealed" organization on Monday night, (2/8/2021), 7:00 p.m. EST, where I will discuss children dealing with grief, loss, and unprecedented times of a time of COVID and other disruptions in normalness. https://twitter.com/4everhealed/status/1358138094113992704?s=20
  • Candid Parenting Conversations with CFLS
    Candid Parenting Conversations with CFLS
    Mon, Aug 24
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Aug 24, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Aug 24, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    See Zoom above (listed on flyer)
    Conversations in the Age of COVID19 and George Floyd. Join Dr. Rentata Hedringting-Jones and Dr. Avon Hart-Johnson for this important parenting conversation. Dr. Hart-Johnson will offer tips on managing difficult discussions.
  • DC Project Connect & RAN Distribute PPE RE: COVID19
    DC Project Connect & RAN Distribute PPE RE: COVID19
    Sat, Aug 01
    Safeway
    Aug 01, 2020, 12:00 PM
    Safeway, 2845 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020, USA
    Aug 01, 2020, 12:00 PM
    Safeway, 2845 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020, USA
    Join us at Safeway, Alabama Avenue, SE Washington DC Saturday 8/1/2020, 12:00 p.m. We are giving out masks, sanitizer, and information cards to the community.
  • Qualitatives Conference Research Paper Presentation
    Qualitatives Conference Research Paper Presentation
    Wed, Jun 24
    Brescia University College
    Jun 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
    Brescia University College, 1285 Western Rd, London, ON N6G 1H2, Canada
    Jun 24, 2020, 1:00 PM
    Brescia University College, 1285 Western Rd, London, ON N6G 1H2, Canada
    DCPC will present its children's books and supporting research study findings. The focus of our paper is on methodology.
  • REENTRY: 2020 VISION
    REENTRY: 2020 VISION
    Sat, May 16
    Washington
    May 16, 2020, 11:30 AM
    Washington, Washington, DC, USA
    May 16, 2020, 11:30 AM
    Washington, Washington, DC, USA
    This reentry symposium will be an engaging and comprehensive discussion about reentry as it impacts government, the faith community, the justice department, families and educators.
  • COVID-19 Response to Family Reunification
    COVID-19 Response to Family Reunification
    Tue, May 12
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    May 12, 2020, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    May 12, 2020, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT
    https://join.me/dcprojectconnectMay
    Family's lives can be disrupted and strained by the disruption of incarceration as well as reunification of a returning citizen's integration in the household. Stress peaks, financial considerations increase, and the risk for conflict can ensue. See registration.
  • Families Unite: April 24th, 8:30 p.m. with Linda Lou
    Families Unite: April 24th, 8:30 p.m. with Linda Lou
    Tue, Apr 28
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    Apr 28, 2020, 8:30 PM
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    Apr 28, 2020, 8:30 PM
    Zoom Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
    "When Times Get Tough - Can the Tough Still Laugh?" Register https://bit.ly/33OZYS4
  • Rae Wilson - Regain Control in Uncertain Times
    Rae Wilson - Regain Control in Uncertain Times
    Fri, Apr 17
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Apr 17, 2020, 8:30 PM
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Apr 17, 2020, 8:30 PM
    https://bit.ly/33OZYS4 
    Please share this seminar with your networks for families, advocates, and others who may need an uplift during these times of uncertainty.  While we began this virtual hub for families affected by incarceration, we have expanded our outreach to people who may be stressed and need a bit of self-care.
  • DCPC Training at Community Family Life Services
    DCPC Training at Community Family Life Services
    Thu, Apr 09
    CFLS
    Apr 09, 2020, 9:00 AM – Apr 10, 2020, 3:30 AM
    CFLS, Washington, DC, USA
    Apr 09, 2020, 9:00 AM – Apr 10, 2020, 3:30 AM
    CFLS, Washington, DC, USA
    A two day training seminar will be held in Washington DC for Helping professionals who use our children's books that explain parental incarcertion.
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