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P.E.A.R.L.S. SUMMER CONFERENCE 2017

Vicksburg, MS 
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"Imagine an experience that connects and empowers our PEARLS and Mentors  with panel discussions, team building activities, breakout workshops and just good ole FUN! Where girls and women come together to not tear each other down but to build one another up. That’s exactly what our summer conference offers. It’s an event you won't want to miss!" 
Aisha Erma Lenora Saffold
Founder and Executive Director

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Time
2017 Conference Agenda
(Subject to Change)
8:00 a.m. -8:45 a.m.
Registration/Breakfast
(Girls check in and enjoy breakfast)
8:45 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.
Welcome – Purpose of Conference
P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentoring for Girls Founder
Aisha Erma Lenora Saffold
9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Each group will attend 3 workshops
Sessions are 30 minutes
Round robin style rotation
1st session: 9:00 a.m - 9:30 a.m.
2nd session: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
3rd session: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
The Nurse is IN
​Saketa McEntee

What's in your Wallet?
Shana Strong

What do you bring to the table?
Princess Williams
​10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Each  PEARL will attend 2 workshops of her choice
Sessions are 30 minutes
1st Session: 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
2nd session: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Energy of Confidence 
Krispin Watson

Is that suppose to be Me-dia?
Nikyta Wilkins
12:00 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.

Panel Discussion:
​Thee HBCU Experience: How it made me into the Woman I am today

Rahnesha Bankhead
Senior Claims Adjuster

Sara Benson
Doctoral Student and Professor

Shandreka Brown
Staff Attorney

NaTosha DeVon
Activist, Writer, Poet, and Actor

Ashley F.G. Norwood
Founder and C.E.O. of FG Media Productions

Sommyr Paden
Peer Educator/Mentor

Chiquaisha Strong
Foster Care Counselor
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12:55 - 1:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks
​P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentoring for Girls Founder
Aisha Erma Lenora Saffold
2:00 p.m.
P.E.A.R.L.S. Awards Luncheon
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Holiday Inn Vicksburg
115 Cypress Centre Blvd.
Vicksburg, MS 39180

Is there a registration fee?
No, the conference committee believes in empowering our community through youth development and offers this conference at NO COST to participants. This is possible with the support of our community partners and sponsors.

How can I support girls participation in the P.E.A.R.L.S. Summer Conference?

Sponsorship. Individuals can also make donations instantly through visiting our website. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and your contributions are tax deductible.Packages begin at $50 and provide a unique branding opportunity for your business, institution or agency to collaborate, connect and empower over 100 girls and women in Mississippi.

What is the attire?
Every girl and mentor will receive a Conference T-Shirt upon check-in the day of the summit. Casual, comfortable attire is recommended.!

Can parents participate?
Yes! Parents may sign up as a volunteer. Parents are also invited to the Awards Luncheon.

Will we receive a reminder about the summit?
Yes, you will receive email reminders about the summit, so please use your best contact information when you register. We will send out the final event itinerary and include exciting updates & details about the day of the event.

                    Our Host                    

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Kris Campbell

           Workshop Presenters          

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Saketa McEntee
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Shana Strong
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Krispin Watson
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Nikyta D. Wilkins
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Princess WIlliams

                      Panelist                       

Thee HBCU Experience: How it made me the woman I am today!

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Rahnesha D. Bankhead
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Sara L. Benson
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Shandreka S. Brown
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NaTosha DeVon
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Ashley F.G. Norwood
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Sommyr Paden
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Chiquaisha Strong
Sponsor a P.E.A.R.L. for ConferenceYour $50.00 donation will go towards a PEARL'S:
Registration Fee for Conference
Awards Luncheon
Transportation
T-Shirt
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P.O. Box 867 Lexington, MS 39095
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