THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON
PROVEN COLLABORATIVE STRATEGIES FOR
IMPROVED COMMUNITY WELLNESS AND SAFETY
Risk-Driven and Evidence-Based Successes
March 16-17, 2015
Radisson Hotel, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Plenary and breakout sessions will include:
Maximizing Whole of Government and other collaborative government efforts
Transitioning to a risk-driven approach for marginalized groups
Reducing expenses and increasing resources
Developing, implementing, and expanding your efforts
Validating effectiveness through evidenced-based and researched practices
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Conference Itinerary
Day Two: Tuesday March 17, 2015
Day One: Monday March 16, 2015
8:30 a.m.
Registration and continental
breakfast
9:30 a.m.
Introductions
9:45 a.m.
Roundtable
10:45 a.m.
Break/refreshments
11:15 a.m.
Plenary session
noon
Lunch
1:15 p.m.
Breakout session one
2:30 p.m.
Break
2:45 p.m.
Breakout session one con’t
4:00 p.m.
Day one adjourned
8:15 a.m.
Continental breakfast
9:00 a.m.
Breakout session 2
10:15 a.m.
Break/Refreshments
10:45 a.m.
Breakout session 2 Con’t
noon
Lunch
1:15 p.m.
Application and Take Away
2:30 p.m.
Action steps
3:00 p.m.
Conference adjournment
See page 3 for a list of confirmed speakers. Additional speakers will continue to be added.
Who Should Attend?
Current and future leaders in:
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POLICE DEPARTMENTS
MEDICAL EMERGENCY
SERVICES
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WELFARE DEPARMENTS
CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND
FAMILY ORGANIZATIONS
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ADDICTION SERVICES
ADULT AND JUVENILE
CORRECTIONS
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HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION
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RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT
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PROBATION AND PAROLE
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LOCAL CODE ENFORCEMENT
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DISTRICT ATTORNEYS
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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
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MENTAL HEALTH
ORGANIZATIONS
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LEAD LEGAL
ORGANIZATIONS
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Confirmed Presenters and Topics
Day One: Monday, March 16, 2015
Confirmed Presenters Include:
9:45–10:45 a.m.
KEYNOTE AND ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
“Successful Vision and Practice: From Incident Driven to Risk and Evidence Based”
 Chief Clive Weighill, President of Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP)
 Chief William Kelly, President of Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association (PCPA)
 Bruce Lauckner, CEO of Waterloo-Wellington Local Health Integration Network
11:15 a.m. –noon
PLENARY SESSION
“Nuts and Bolts of Collaborative and Risk Driven Approaches”
Norman E. Taylor, Senior Advisor to the Saskatchewan and Ontario Deputy Minister for
Justice: Corrections and Policing and Community Safety
noon
LUNCH
1:15–4:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT Session 1
Session 1-A
EVIDENCE-BASED AND RESEARCH-DRIVEN PRACTICES
 Stephanie Bradley, Managing Director, Penn State EPISCenter
 Gary Zajac, Managing Director, Penn State Justice Center for Research
Session 1-B
OBTAINING THE NEEDED COLLABORATION/RESOURCES AND FUNDING—
 Eileen Ahlin, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Penn State Harrisburg
 Daniel Howard, Lecturer of Criminal Justice, Penn State Harrisburg
Session 1-C
MEETING THE CRITICAL CHALLENGES OF CORRECTIONS RE-ENTRY/MENTAL
HEALTH AND INFORMATION SHARING
Norman E. Taylor, Senior Advisor to the Saskatchewan and Ontario Deputy Minister for
Justice: Corrections and Policing and Community Safety
Session 1-D
BEST PRACTICES FOR MARGINZALIZED POPULATIONS/COLLABORATION
 Lily Elkins, Chief Strategy Officer, Roca, Inc., Chelsea and Springfield, Massachusetts
 Bruce Lauckner, CEO, Waterloo-Wellington Local Health Integration Network
4:00 p.m.
DAY ONE ADJOURNMENT
Breakout sessions are the same each day, allowing you to attend more than one of the sessions over the
two-day conference.
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Confirmed Presenters and Topics
Day Two: Tuesday, March 17, 2015
9:00 a.m.–noon
BREAKOUT Session 2
Session 2-A
EVIDENCE-BASED AND RESEARCH-DRIVEN PRACTICES
 Stephanie Bradley, Managing Director, Penn State EPISCenter
 Gary Zajac, Managing Director, Penn State Justice Center for Research
Session 2-B
OBTAINING THE NEEDED COLLABORATION/RESOURCES AND FUNDING—
 Eileen Ahlin, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Penn State Harrisburg
 Daniel Howard, Lecturer of Criminal Justice, Penn State Harrisburg
Session 2-C
MEETING THE CRITICAL CHALLENGES OF CORRECTIONS RE-ENTRY/MENTAL
HEALTH AND INFORMATION SHARING
Norman E. Taylor, Senior Advisor to the Saskatchewan and Ontario Deputy Minister for
Justice: Corrections and Policing and Community Safety
Session 2-D
CASE STUDY OF IMPACTING MARGINALIZED POPULATIONS
 Lily Elkins, Chief Strategy Officer, Roca, Inc., Chelsea and Springfield, Massachusetts
 Bruce Lauckner, CEO of Waterloo-Wellington Local Health Integration Network
noon
LUNCH
1:15 p.m.
PLENARY SESSION — “Making This Work for You–Application and Take Away”
Moderator: Joe DeStefano, Penn State University Justice and Safety Institute
2:30 P.M.
QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS — Wrap Up and Go Forward
3:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ADJOURNMENT
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King of Prussia Attractions for Everyone
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Interested in seeing a major historical site? Check out the site of the
1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army during the
Revolutionary War. The park site contains historical buildings,
recreated encampment structures, memorials, museums, and
recreation facilities.
King of Prussia Mall
Looking to do some shopping? The largest mall on the East Coast is
conveniently located in King of Prussia, only minutes from the
convention venue. The mall is made up of more than 400 stores,
ranging from luxury retailers to large department stores.
Valley Forge Casino Resort
Want to unwind? Valley Forge Casino Resort offers action-packed
tables, slot machines, live entertainment, tasteful dining, unique
bars and lounges, and luxurious hotel accommodations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why attend the conference?
 Learn a multi-pronged approach to improve your sustainability
 Breakout sessions allow you to actively discuss your specific needs and interests
 Develop takeaway templates for specific action plans/working groups
 Significant opportunity to bring law enforcement and governance together
 Opportunity to explore significant networking options
Q: What does registration include?
 Attendance to all conference events, including all four breakout sessions
 Continental breakfasts and breaks during the conference
Q: Can I bring a guest to the conference?
 Guests are welcome to stay with you in your hotel
 If a guest chooses to attend the conference, a separate registration is necessary
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Pertinent Information
Venue and Hotel
The 2015 International Conference will be held March 16-17, 2015, at the beautiful
Radisson Hotel in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The hotel is located near The Valley
Forge National Historic Park, The King of Prussia Mall, and Valley Forge Casino.
Radisson Hotel
1160 First Avenue
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Telephone: 610-337-2000
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A limited number of rooms have been reserved for a group rate of $125/night.
Use the code PSU when making your reservation.
Hotel and travel costs are not included in the conference tuition.
Tuition and Registration
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Early bird rate: $425 (postmarked by Monday, February 2, 2015)
Regular rate: $495 (postmarked after Monday, February 2, 2015)
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the event will be charged a $100
administrative fee.
In the event that a participant does not show up and does not call beforehand, no
refund will be issued.
Prior Successful Conferences
2010 Results-Driven Policing — Baltimore, Maryland
2011 Innovative Solutions for Law Enforcement — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2012 A Comprehensive Approach to Youth Crime — Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2013 Policing in the 21st Century — Arlington, Virginia
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2015 International Conference of Proven Collaborative
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March 16–17, 2015
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A must-attend event for departments/organizations of all sizes
THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON PROVEN
COLLABORATIVE STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED
COMMUNITY WELLNESS AND SAFETY
Risk-Driven and Evidence-Based Successes
March 16-17, 2015
Radisson Hotel, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
For more information, visit jasi.outreach.psu.edu
or call 814-863-0079
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