Day 1
Bridges Out of Poverty is a uniquely powerful tool designed for social, health and legal services professional. Based in part on Dr. Ruby K. Payne’s myth-shattering A Framework for Understanding Poverty, Bridges reaches out to millions of service providers and businesses whose daily work connects them with people in poverty. You’ll find case studies, detailed analysis, helpful charts and exercises, and specific solutions you and your organization can implement right now to:
– Redesign programs to better serve the people you work with
– Build skill sets for management to help guide employees
– Upgrade training for front-line staff like receptionists, caseworkers and managers
– Improve treatment outcomes in healthcare and behavioral healthcare
– Increase the likelihood of moving from welfare to work
Day 2
Poverty Simulation--Poverty is a reality for many individuals and families. But unless you've experienced poverty, it's difficult to truly understand. This simulation bridges that gap from misconception to understanding and is an interactive immersion experience that sensitizes participants to the realities of poverty.