October 24, 2024
BREAKFAST
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Location: Center Room
WELCOME BY MICHAEL J. NYENHUIS, BERNARD TAYLOR, ROB BROWN
9:00 – 9:45 AM
Location: Hill Auditorium
PROGRAMS IN FOCUS
9:45 – 10:45 AM
Journey through the pillars of Healthy, Educated, Protected and Respected to learn about specific programs UNICEF is implementing to ensure children survive and thrive. Using a storybook style presentation, you will be taken to UNICEF programs in specific countries and learn how UNICEF’s interventions are impacting children. You will also hear how National Youth Council members are activating their local communities in support of UNICEF’s work.
Speakers:
Darla Silva, Chief Program Officer, UNICEF USA
Caitlin McCurn, Managing Director, Global Programs, UNICEF USA
David Arowolo, National Youth Council Member
Kripa Kannan, National Youth Council Member
Laura Brazee, Senior Director, Youth Engagement, UNICEF USA
BREAK
10:45 – 11:00 AM
UNICEF USA BOARD ECOSYSTEM: ALIGNING FOR COLLECTIVE IMPACT
11:00 – 12:30 PM
This session will share the value of our board and council groups and what connects us all to UNICEF. This session will also engage participants on discussing the local volunteer model and how we can strengthen these groups to support our Major Gifts program.
Speakers:
Michael J. Nyenhuis, CEO and President
Michele Walsh, Executive Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer
Bernard Taylor, National Board Chair
Rob Brown, National Board Vice Chair
LUNCH
12:30 – 2:00 PM
Location: Center Room
Workshop schedule on next page >>
JOINT BOARD CONVENING RECEPTION
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Alston & Bird, Alston Room, 50th Floor Click here for walking directions.
One Atlantic Center, 1201 W Peachtree St NE #4900, Atlanta, GA 30309
WORKSHOP
A program journey behind the scenes of a UNICEF vaccine campaign
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Location: Event Room (2nd Floor)
Experience a vaccine simulation designed to deepen an understanding of the complexity behind UNICEF’s vaccine distribution efforts. Gain insight into the logistical challenges and in-country operations that enable field staff, health workers, and global partnerships to work together, ensuring vaccines reach children in even the most challenging environments.
Speaker: Caitlin McCurn, Managing Director, Global Programs
WORKSHOP
Maximizing our Impact:
Connecting the UNICEF USA Board Ecosystem
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Circle Room (3rd Floor)
Connecting the UUSA Board Ecosystem – informal connection space to discuss how we can better connect the board ecosystem in metro areas and increase the impact of our volunteer leaders.
Speakers:
Illiana Alvarenga, UNICEF Next Generation
Amy Pierce, Southwest Regional Board
Rutvi Sheth, National Youth Council
WORKSHOP
Influence for Impact: Uplifting UNICEF USA’s Strategy
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Location: Circle Room (3rd Floor)
This interactive brainstorming session will guide board members into thinking more deeply about how they can elevate UNICEF USA's strategic goals and mission.
Speakers:
Cristina Shapiro, Chief Strategy Officer and President Impact Fund for Children & UNICEF Bridge Fund
Amelia Margolis, Deputy Director, Strategic Operations & Initiatives
