iStand 2017: International Parents Conference & Embassy Walk

Please register for iStand Pre-Conference Webinar on May 5, 2017 2:00 PM EDT at: 

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3005563795188032003


We are pleased to welcome the U.S. State Dept. Office of Children's Issues to the conversation! A representative from Children's Issues will share strategies for interacting with the office and other entities. In addition, feedback from iStand 2016 indicated that parents would like to be better prepared and maximize the time they have with Congressional staff during Wednesday's Constituent Calls.

It's not easy to convey our complex cases in just a few minutes. Typically, staffers are happy to meet with parents, and it's important to present a clear, compelling case, make specific requests for action and follow up.

Join veteran parent advocates, staff from the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate for tips and strategies for maximizing IPCA Day on Capitol Hill for your kids and for the cause!



*****Advanced registration required****

*****This webinar is open to registered conference participants******

All parents and guests should meet in front of the Rayburn House Office Building at 8:00 AM EDT to prepare for pre-arranged Constituent Calls and meetings with key House and Senate staffers for personal cases and cause-related advocacy.  iStand Parent Network is coordinating with each attendee to schedule meetings in advance. 


 

This event is by invitation only. 

Join fellow parents, members of Congress, congressional staff and the Coalition to End International Parental Child Abduction for our 2017 Congressional Briefing & Reception: 

Congress United for America’s Stolen Children: Connecting and Creating Action

 

Congress United  is bipartisan event to educate and empower members of Congress to act for American children and to connect parent-constituents with key congressional actors for their children's cases and for the cause to prevent and end IPCA. 

After remarks from our Congressional guests, leadership from the Coalition will share the historical arc of IPCA legislation and federal implementation and underscore the unifying potential for Congress to rally around America's stolen children.  Questions are welcome.

After the Briefing, guests are encouraged to stay for a reception featuring music, heavy hor-d'ouevres, desserts and bar.

 

This session helps parents navigate the complexities of returning children through a law enforcement approach. Gaining coordination among agencies is crucial and knowing applicable state and federal laws can help parents build rapport and relationships with agencies who can help.

The distinguished panelists have returned many children home from IPCA and will share stories and suggestions for prevention and return. Don't miss this session!