The Source: Volume 7, Issue 1, October/November 2003

The Source: Volume 7, Issue 1, October/November 2003

NEW RESOURCES

Gay Dads: A Celebration of Fatherhood
David Strah
This book features 24 personal accounts from men describing their journeys to fatherhood via adoption, foster care, surrogacy, and co-parenting including the struggles and successes they have experienced raising their children.
2003; $23.95; ISBN 1585422312; Penguin Group; http://www.penguin.com

Get Ready, Set, Grow! A "What's Happening to My Body?" Book for Younger Girls
Lynda Madaras
This book explores the changes young girls ages eight to 11 may be experiencing or about to experience including: the development of breasts, body hair, and body fat; the changes in their reproductive organs, both inside and out; their first period and all the complex feelings surrounding it; acne; and new body odors. It is the sixth book in the "What's Happening to My Body" series of growing up books for girls and boys.
2003; $12; ISBN 1557045658; Newmarket Press; http://www.newmarketpress.com

Sexual Pharmacology: Fast Facts
Robert Taylor Segraves and Richard Balon
This reference book provides clinicians with up-to-date information on the sexual side effects that some prescription drugs may cause as well as data on the pharmacological treatment of sexual dysfunction.
2003; $45; ISBN 0393703541; W.W. Norton & Company; http://www.wwnorton.com

Your Vegetarian Pregnancy: A Month-by-Month Guide to Health and Nutrition
Dr. Holly Roberts
This book provides information on the benefits of following a vegetarian diet for women who are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Chapters include basic pregnancy issues, what to expect each month, and key nutrients for both baby and mother.
2003; $15; ISBN 0743224523; Simon & Schuster; http://www.simonsays.com

CONFERENCES

The National Black Child Development Institute's (NBCDI) 33rd Annual Conference "Overcoming the Barriers: Achieving Excellence and Success" is scheduled for October 19-21, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans at the Superdome in New Orleans, LA. The programs provided by NBCDI provide public awareness and training in the areas of early care and education, elementary and secondary education, child welfare, and health. This conference will provide attendees with training and hands-on technical assistance from experts. Workshops include "Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention and Reproductive Health for At-Risk Youth;" "Innovative Approaches to Increase Parent-Child Communication about Sexuality;" "Teen Parenting: Issues and Intervention Strategies;" and "Promoting Responsible Fatherhood: From Boys to Men." Registration fees are available at http://www.nbcdi.org
For More Information:
NBCDI Registration
1101 15th Street, N.W. Suite 900
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 847/297-5340
Fax: 202/833-8222
Web site: http://www.nbcdi.org
Penn State and The Pennsylvania Coalition to Prevent Teen Pregnancy's 2003 Teen Pregnancy Prevention Conference, "Current Trends and Diverse Strategies" is scheduled for October 20-21 at the Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel in State College, PA. This intensive two-day workshop will provide attendees with the latest facts, statistics, and resources on teen pregnancy. It will also identify strategies for working with faith communities and other community groups and discuss techniques for effectively advocating policies that promote adolescent sexual health. Workshops include: "The Rap on Hip Hop: Using the Music to Address Sexuality and Imagery Among Adolescent Males;" "Sexuality and Spirituality;" "Turning the Tide: Working for Comprehensive Sexuality Education in Your Community and State;" and "Teaching Young People About Pregnancy Prevention: What's New and What's Not." Registration fees are available at http://www.outreach.psu.edu/C&I/TeenPregnancy/
For More Information:
Kathy Pollard
Conference Planner
The Pennsylvania State University
118 Keller Building
University Park, PA 16802
Phone: 814/863-1738
Fax: 814/863-5175
Email: ConferenceInfo2@outreach.psu.edu
Web site: http://www.outreach.psu.edu/C&I/TeenPregnancy/
Contraceptive Technology: Quest for Excellence, is scheduled for October 23-24, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, in Atlanta, GA. This conference will provide clinicians and other healthcare professionals with current research and new developments in contraceptive technology and female health issues including sexuality issues, STDs, breast disease, and menopause. Sessions include: "Emergency Contraception: Update 2003;" "STDs: Past, Present and Future;" "Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Programs: Where Do We Go From Here?;" "Overview of Menopause Management: Where Do We Stand Now?;" and "Ask The Expert: Emergency Contraception Management." Registration fees are available at http://www.cforums.com
For More Information:
Contemporary Forums
11900 Silvergate Drive
Dublin, CA 94568-2257
Phone: 800/377-7707, Ext. 3
Fax: 800/329-9923
Email: info@cforums.com
Web site: http://www.cforums.com
The National Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy, Parenting and Prevention's (NOAPPP) Annual Conference, "Blueprint for Success: Emerging Programs Themes & Policies," is scheduled for November 10-13, at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, VA. The conference will focus on the building blocks and foundations for successful programs and policies that ultimately result in healthier adolescents and children of young parents. Topics include: "Promoting Sexual Health in Young Adults;" "Inspiring Responsibility in Young Men;" "Increasing Teen Parents Potential for Success;" "Engaging Parents, Families and Communities;" "Maximizing Potential for the Children of Teen Parents;" "Exploring and Reducing the Impact of Interpersonal Violence;" and "Developing and Sustaining Successful State and Local Coalitions." Registration fees are available at http://www.noappp.org/Services/Conference/2003ConferenceRegistration.html
For More Information:
NOAPPP
2401 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 350
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202/293-8370
Fax: 202/293-8805
Website: http://www.noappp.org

TRAINING PROVIDERS

AIDS-Related Community Services (ARCS), Elmsford, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 914/785-8364.

Center for Health and Behavioral Training, Rochester, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 585/530-4382 or visit http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/chbt

Center for Health Training, Austin, TX
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 512/474-2166 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Center for Health Training, Oakland, CA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 510/835-3700 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Center for Health Training, Seattle, WA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 206/447-9538 or visit http://www.centerforhealthtraining.org

Harm Reduction Training Institute, New York, NY
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 212/683-2334 or visit http://www.harmreduction.org

Harm Reduction Training Institute, Oakland, CA
For a list of upcoming trainings, call 510/444-6969 or visit http://www.harmreduction.org

Planned Parenthood of New York City's Robert and Harriet Heilbrunn Center for Community Outreach, Education, and Training
For a list of upcoming trainings go to http://www.ppnyc.org/new/events.html#training.