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WESTERN AREA LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2016 NEWPORT BEACH, CA: ‘THE VOYAGE CONTINUES’

Programs Certification Workshop

Programs Certification WorkshopOBJECTIVES: • To increase knowledge of The Links, Incorporated

Service Delivery Model, Logic Model and Smart Goals.

• To increase knowledge and understanding of Program Facets and Program Initiatives.

• To increase the use of evidence-based evaluations and use of The Links, Incorporated Evaluation Plan Worksheet.

• To gain added experience in planning an Umbrella Program.



PROGRAMS: THE HEART OF LINKDOM

Western Area: Linked in Friendship With A Mind for BUSINESS and a Heart for SERVICE

All National, Area and Chapter Programs are carried out using the blueprint of our

Service Delivery Model



he Links, Incorporated Service Delivery Model

Goals and Priorities

Who is our target audience?What are we attempting to accomplish?When will this Program take place?Where will this Program take place?Why are we implementing this Program?How will this Program be implemented?



LOGIC MODEL• A logic model is a graphic tool used to evaluate

the effectiveness of a program. It is also used during program planning and implementation.

• Logic models represent a visual way of expressing the rationale or thought behind a program.

• The Service Delivery Model is The Links, Incorporated’s Logic Model approach to programming





Service Delivery Model (SDM) SITUATION/PROBLEM PRIORITIES MISSION/VISION

INPUT: Resources - Money, Community Partners

OUTPUT: Activities - Mentoring, Workshops, Health Fairs

OUTCOMES: Short, Medium or Long Term (will elaborate in Evaluations)

ASSUMPTIONS: Beliefs about why your Program will work

EXTERNAL FACTORS: Things that might negatively impact your program - -

environment, community, public policy

EVALUATION: Measurable results: how to determine the success of your Program



S.M.A.R.T GOALSSpecific: Define the goal in clear language

Measurable: Track progress to measure outcome

Attainable: Can the goal be accomplished?Realistic: Is the goal practical, visionary and can

be applied to the task on hand?Timely: Has a time limit been set (for better time

management)?



Umbrella programming integrates program elements from all five facets, with one facet serving as the lead. All members of the chapter should be involved in implementing the umbrella program at some point during the program year.

An integrated program is a program formulated on one lead facet and has program elements from at least two other facets. Integrated programming is encouraged in order to increase collaboration and efficiency.

Umbrella and Integrated Programming



Utilizing the Service Delivery Model (SDM)Characteristics of Transformational Chapter Programs• Clearly defined community problems• Clear definition of the community—who are the stakeholders?• Priority that is “in sync” with what the larger community sees as most important.

How do we know?

DATA DRIVEN EVALUATION• Is the solution sustainable? • Can it be translated into a functional program?• Does it have the potential to make a discernible change in the

condition being addressed?• Will it have the support of the affected group?• Does it allow for collaboration among the facets, with partners, stakeholders and other

community groups?



UNIQUE CHAPTER QUALIFICATIONS

* Is the chapter equipped to address this problem, i.e. special skills and interest among members, fits into the strategic plan, funding possibilities exist?* Has the Chapter analyzed its ability to carry out the selected solution, funding availability, time commitments, available facilities?* Has the Chapter considered collaboration with community groups interested in the same problem?* Has the Chapter developed a rigorous timeline with specific tasks for each member.

Utilizing the Service Delivery ModelCharacteristics of Transformational Chapter Programs



Setting Sailfor a New World of Opportunities

Evidence Based Program Evaluation



Evidence Based Program EvaluationHistorically, program evaluation has been the weakest area of program reports.

Efforts for improvement have rested primarily on the emphasis placed on using the SDM, Alignment and Integration



Evidence-Based Evaluations



Evidence-Based Evaluations



Evidence Based Evaluation

Assessment of Outcomes based on Inputs and OutputsWhat are the indicators/evidence used to determine Program success?What tools/instruments will you use to measure Program success?What outcomes did the Program achieve that cannot be reversed?

Short-Term, (1-2 years) Changes in knowledge, skills, attitudes, opinionsMedium-Term, (3-4) years changes in behavior or action that result from participants’ new knowledgeLong-Term, (5+ years) Behavioral Changes, often in their condition or status in life



Evidence Based Program Evaluation.

A Value Added Proposition• Documents what the program has provided to the target population• Assesses actual changes in relations to desired changes• Monitors program implementation and identifies needed changes• Strengthens the case for funders/collaborators to invest in your program• Provides continuity and promotes sustainability• Promotes The Links brand in community and beyond





Final Thoughts on Program PlanningWhat are the needs of your community?What are your resources? Funding source?Who are the stakeholders? Any obstacles? Time restraints?What do you envision as a successful program? How will you evaluate your program from inception to completion?

Single, Integrated or Umbrella Program?

SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL: (Situation/Problem, Goals/Priorities, Mission)Inputs, Outputs, Outcomes, Assumptions, External Factors, Evaluation

S.M.A.R.T. Goals: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely

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Western Area Program CoordinatorLink Pamela Freeman Fobbs, Fresno (Ca) Chapter

Western Area Program CommitteeLink Essie Davis, Bakersfield (Ca) ChapterLink Paula Cottrell, Fresno (Ca) Chapter

Link Chrystle Swain, Lone Star (Tx) Chapter



Special Excursion AnnouncementBest Practice Chapter

Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter1st Place Winner, National Chapter Exhibits Award

Link Ruth Creary, PresidentLink Jeanine Black, Chapter VP ProgramsLink Adell Walker, Chair, HHS Committee


Cruising Toward Success:WA Facets and Initiatives UPDATES



2016 National Poster ArtsCompetitionWestern Area Finalists

Category: I

Name: Juliet Kamsi Okeke

Link Chapter: Alameda Contra Costa (CA)

Category: II

Name: Konani Chinn

Link Chapter: Alameda Contra Costa(CA)

Category: III

Name: Emily A. Cattouse

Link Chapter: Pasadena-Altadena(CA) Chapter

Category: IV

Name: Maya Barnes

Link Chapter: Fresno (CA) Chapter

2016 National Poster ArtsNational WinnerEmily Cattouse Category IIIPasadena-Altadena (CA) Chapter

2016 Western Area JudgingAlbuquerque Museum of Art & History



2016 Classics Through The Ages Campaign Area

2014 National

Assembly2016

Assembly Goal*

2016 Chapters Targeted

Notification Forms Received

Central 15 19 28 10

Eastern 18 23 45 24

Southern 15 19 30 30

Western 15 19 25 19

Total 63 79 128 83

% of Goal 105%

Classics Through the Ages Western Area Campaign

Promote classical arts education among African American youth through formal training and mentoring


Programs Certification WorkshopThe 59th Western Area Book Club

• Launched August/September Chapter Retreats

• Queen Sugar premiere “Watch Parties”

• Blogging via The 59th Facebook page

• Next steps…….



Cruise Set to Sail…….2016-2017Workshop Preparation for 2017 Western Area Poster Art Launch

Classics Through the Ages Webinar “Best Practice “

Book Club Selection Criteria Establishment

Upcoming Traveling Exhibition Proposals



WA Arts CommitteeLink Beverly McMillian, Chair, Albuquerque(NM)

Chapter

Link Pam Randle........Colorado Springs (CO) ChapterLink Angela Branford....Golden Triangle (TX) Chapter

Link Maria Jackson........ Portland(OR) ChapterLink Gayla Gardner.....Mid Cities (TX) Chapter



Services to Youth Programs/Initiatives

Preparing our youth for the global workforce as healthy

citizens – 59 for the Future

Promote the integration of a health and wellness

component focused on youth, families &

communities

Expand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

education and promote the integration of the Arts

(STEAM)

Promote Historically Black Colleges and Universities

(HBCUs) for ensured sustainability



2015-16 STEM/STEAM HighlightsGreater Pearland Area Chapter The STEMulation Academy is a sustainable and transformational program for minority youth and their parents that are designed to expose and engage students in STEM fields. The target audience is 6th through 8th grade Nolan Ryan Junior High students and their parents. The STEMulators wrote, produced, directed and starred in an Anti-Bullying PSA.

. Portland ChapterRosemary Anderson High School (RAHS)Robotics Program 1st

Competition ranked 30-35

Port City ChapterSTEM Fair & Carnival at South Central Sportz Opening Day in Sunnyside Park with over 800 participants in attendance

Town Lake Chapter – Town Lake STEM InitiativeFor the 2015-2016 program year, the Town Lake STEM Educational Initiative has been identified as a Best Practice Program. In June 2016 the Town Lake STEM Education Initiative received 3rd place award for Excellence in Programming in the Services to Youth category at the 40th National Assembly.



Congratulations to the WA Chapters who have established NSBE JR Established Chapters in

2016Projected For

2017

Goal is to have 10 NSBE Jr.’s established in the Western Area by end of 2017



Cruise Set to Sale…….2016-2017Increase the number of NSBE JR charters in the Western Area Chapters to meet the goal of 10 enrolled by 2017

Establish STEM/STEAM Initiative in Haiti with C-STEM partner

Increase funding availability to WA Chapters to support STEM/STEAM initiatives



Destination: A World of Ideas

and Personal Growth

59

for

the

Future



What is 59 for the Future? • 59 for the Future is an innovative concept in Links programming

• It focuses on high achieving students, the Best and the Brightest

• It engages high achievers in critical thinking about world issues

• It seeks to develop a cohort of youth prepared to address world issues in an increasingly complex, interdependent global environment

• It promotes learning through various technology platforms

• 59’s intent is to prepare youth to understand the changing world of the future, becoming global thinkers and thought leaders in their own communities and beyond

• It prepares youth to become agents of change



• Each Chapter will sponsor one high achieving girl, 10th -12th grade

• Each Chapter will provide a Links mentor, for encouragement

• Each month, the student will explore a different major world issue, through online research, current news, TED talks, etc. Examples of world issues:

What is the impact of immigrant childhood arrivals on communities?

Why do people die of starvation when there is enough food in the world for everyone?

How do nations stop illiteracy, oppression and violence against women?

Program Design



• At the end of each study topic, students will make a presentation of their findings

• These presentations will be competitive and the student with the best presentation for each topic will win a cash prize

Program Design



• Empowers youth to understand the world of the future and the forces that shape it

• Strengthens skills in critical thinking, problem solving and public presentation

• Improves chances of admission to preferred colleges and universities

• Increases competitiveness in the global marketplace

Benefits to Participants



• Pilot program: January through May 2017

• Number of Pilot Chapters: 6-10

• Number of Modules to complete: 5

• Chapter Participation: Invitation/Application sent to 59 Chapters

• Launch 59 for the Future: Area Conference Denver, CO – June 2017

• Implement 59 for the Future: September 2017 through May 2018

• Number of Participating chapters: 59

• Number of Modules to complete: 9

Program Scope



The Western Area Director Invites Your Chapter to Participate!What: In a Pilot of 59 for the Future

Why: To create thought leaders and change agents among youth, preparing them to examine and address complex global issues while increasing their competitiveness for college admission and the global marketplace

How: Each Chapter will sponsor one high achieving girl in the 10th- 12th grade and provide a chapter mentor. Students will explore one major issue each month, culminating in a presentation. Presentations will be judged. The student with the best presentation on each issue will be awarded a cash prize.

When: January 2017 to May 2017

R.S.V.P. Submit Chapter Application by November deadline



Required Information for the Application

• Chapter and Location

• Student Name (No DOLS or

Granddaughters)

• Grade Level

• Verified GPA (ex: 3.5/4.0 scale)

• Mentor Name

• Parent Approval

• Chapter President Approval

59 for the Future Pilot Chapter Application



The Crew of 59 for the Future

Barbra Ruffin BostonSan Francisco (CA) Chapter

Debra Dibble BoonLone Star (TX) Chapter

Jan KendleGreater Seattle (WA) Chapter

Angela KnightFort Bend County (TX) Chapter

Yvette Page

Solano County (CA) Chapter

Daria Thomas

Los Angeles (CA) Chapter

Nicole Walters

Ft. Bend County (TX) Chapter

Wendolyn Washington

Town Lake (TX) Chapter

Jackie Kimbrough, Ph.D.Inglewood Pacific (CA) Chapter

Cruise Director



Chartered Course: International Trends and Services



Link Kenadie Cobbin Richardson, WA ITS Chair

CONTRIBUTING CHAPTERS (as of 10/16/16)Angel City (CA) Oakland Bay Area (CA) Tri-Cities (WA)Denver (CO) Phoenix (AZ) Trinity (TX)Gulf Coast Apollo (TX) San Antonio (TX) Tucson (AZ)

Inglewood Pacific (CA) Texas Spring Cypress (TX)





WA ITS Program DatesSeptember 2016

$5 dollar donations collected at September Meeting and sent via a chapter check to:

Link Marcia Page, 330 Las Colinas Blvd E, #1214, Irving, TX 75039

Tuesday, October 11, 2016 International Day of the Girl Child / Cocktails & Details Events (Human Trafficking Training with WA Human Trafficking Chair, Link Stephany Powell)

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 @ 7 pm An Evening with Haitian Manny Lammare and Friends (Live Online)

January 11, 2017 Human Trafficking Awareness Day

January 24-28, 2017Mission Trip to Jamaica - Montego Bay

Wednesday, March 8, 2017 International Women’s Day / Night of a Thousand Dinners

March 13-24, 2017 Commission on the Status of Women - United Nations (NY)

March 1-5, 2016

Mission Trip to Haiti (Link Thelma “TJ” Day, Mission Coordinator)

WA ITS Conference Calls:

Tuesday, September 20 @ 6 pm PDT/ 8 pm CDT

Tuesday, November 8 @ 6 pm PST/8 pm CST

Tuesday, February 7 @ 6 pm PST/8 pm CST

Tuesday, April 11 @ 6 pm PDT/8 pm CDT



WA ITS CommitteeKenadie Cobbin Richardson, Chair

Las Vegas (NV) Chapter

Honorable Teta Banks, Texas Spring Cypress (TX)

Kimberley Farmer, M.D., Las Vegas (NV) Chapter

Robin McIver Brown, San Bernardino (CA) Chapter

Jennifer Giddings Brooks, Alumna

Thelma “TJ” Day, Inglewood-Pacific (CA)



National Trends and Services Forecast:

• Smooth sailing-as long as we are on track with program goals that meet

today’s community needs.



The Civil Rights Movement gave birth to National Trends as a Links Facet in 1964.Today we are engaged in the following:

1. Black Lives Matter Resolution2. ERPA R.R.1933 and S.1056 3. LETIA H.R. 2875



Legislative Issues and Public Affairs included in NTS • Remember- GOTV is an opportunity to register people

to vote, provide transportation to polling locations, and providing assistance in accessing polling locations. Links are prohibited from selecting or endorsing any candidate, or political party. Violation of this policy can lead to the loss of the 501.c3 status of a non-profit.

• “Get Out The Vote” (GOTV) community voter registration programs

• 2. Legislative Watch for Stand Your Ground, and Justice for Victims of Human Trafficking Act for 10 WA States



AARP- Preparing the 50+ for Quality LifeA Key Collaborator with The Links, Incorporated

1. Care Giving2. Legal Issues for Retirees Focus on Fraud3. Financial Empowerment(Money Wise)4. The Affordable Care Act-Where are we?



National Trends Power Committee• Chairs: Debbi Beavers-Watford, (CA), Mattie Compton, (TX),

Stephanie Powell (CA)

• Members: Catherine Stetson, Albuquerque (NM),

• Theresa B. Lyons, Dallas Ft. Worth (TX), Ida Daniel, Denver (CO),

• Sandra Simms, Hawaii, Traci Williams, Phoenix (AZ),

• Winona Hollins, Seattle (WA), June Deadrick, Texas Spring Cypress (TX)



EDUCATE, EMPOWER, ENGAGE



EDUCATE• Educate our Youth – How to Get Home Safely

• Educate Adults – The importance of jury service – Petit and Grand Jury

• Educate Adults – The judicial process

• Educate Communities and Police Departments – Implicit Bias

• Educate All – About the history of racism in the USA which undergirds racial profiling



EMPOWER• Get out the vote

• Lobby for Police Review Boards with Summons Power

• Advocate for passage of :1. ERPA R.R.1933 and S.1056 2. LETIA H.R. 2875

• Monitor State and Federal Statutes, e.g. Stand Your Ground Laws. Solitary Confinement for Minors, Life without Parole sentences for Minors



ENGAGE• Conduct Community Forums with Youth, Law Enforcement, Elected

Officials, Prosecutors, and Judges

• Collaborate with NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Southern Poverty Law Center, local multicultural awareness organizations

• Identify Attorney Resources to provide Pro Bono assistance

• Increase public awareness of all BLM incidents through use of Social Media as well as print, radio, and television outlets



Black Lives Matter Committee• Chair, Mattie Peterson Compton, Fort Worth (TX) Chapter

• Pamela Zeigler-Petty, Plano North Metroplex (TX) Chapter

Collaborating with with Legislative Issues and Public Affairs

• Ida Daniel, Denver (CO) Chapter

• June Deadrick, Texas Spring Cypress (TX) Chapter

• Winona Hollins, Seattle (WA) Chapter

• Sandra Siims, Hawaii (HI) Chapter

• Catherine Stetson, Albuquerque (NM) Chapter

• Traci Williams, Phoenix (AZ) Chapter



Tools To Assist The Voyage To The Uncharted Land of Human Trafficking

• This Voyage will invoke conversation on the issue of human sex trafficking

• This Voyage will provide you with education and awareness

• This Voyage will provide you with the tools needed to assist your chapter in providing assistance to the victims of modern day slavery



Why Is This An Important Voyage?

According to the U.S. State Department, Human Trafficking is one of the greatest human rights challenges of this century, both in the United States and around the world.





Suggestions- Use Existing Chapter Programs• Host a panel discussion with

speakers

• Contact and build a relationship with a Human Trafficking Non-Profit, and determine ways to assist.

• Collect and donate toiletries, office supplies, hygiene products for the human trafficking non-profit organization of your choice.

• Hold a fundraiser with the proceeds going to a local non-profit.

• Join or organize an awareness walk.

• Host a Human Trafficking film with the proceeds going to the local non-profit.

• Advocate for full state and federal compliance in laws addressing human trafficking.

• Provide pro-bono work to non-profits, example: Ask the Dentist



Human Trafficking CommitteeStephany Powell, Ed.D, Chairperson

Rita Dumas, San Fernando Valley (CA) ChapterSusan Comrie, Inglewood Pacific (CA ChapterHelen Giddings, Trinity (TX)Chapter



Western Area CommitmentThe WA HHS Facet Has Been Committed to

The Health and Education of WA Communities Excellence in Delivery

The entire area -- from Texas to Alaska -- has been inundated with health updates and programming that links our communities

to solid ways to improve our health



Chapters painted the Western Area red in Heart Links and Red Dress programs -- sharing experiences as we ALL focused on heart disease prevention.

Updates and e-blasts on breast health examination and mammograms are thinking pink in the West not only in October but remain throughout the year.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Organ Donation

Heart Links/Go Red



HIV and Hepatits C awareness in WA communities along with more occurrences in our families sparked penetrating discussions and e-learning opportunities by chapters in their communities – especially at local HBCUs and in middle and high schools.

Children and their families throughout the WA learned the importance of oral health to maintaining great total health with the visiting Colgate Brite Smiles Van

Colgate Brite Smiles

HIV/Hepatitis C Awareness



The green of Mental Health permeated through messages that helped Western Area Links understand that self love and self care are imperative to overall health and community service.

The Western Area is helping to end childhood obesity through exercise (directed play),nutrition and gardening education.

Mental Health

Childhood Obesity

Health Maintenance



Western Area HHS Steering CommitteeWanda Mott, M.D., Chairperson

• Link Janice Beal-Geyen, Ed.D

• Link Linda Brown Coleman, PhD

• Link Kelly Coleman, MD

• Link Dolores Caffey-Fleming

• Link Pamela Jackson, RN

• Link Michelle Jordan, MD

• Link Margaret Kelley, MD

• Link Jocelynn Kidd, DDS

• Link Jarmese Morris

• Link Carla Ortique Overstreet, MD

• Link Sherril Rieux, MD

• Link Sharon Sanders, J.D.

• Link Willa Michelle Terry, MD



A ship cannot sail it’s true course if the captain isn’t aware of the

direction or turns.Mental Health Affects All Aspects of Behavior



WA Mental Health Initiative Overview• The goal of the Manage Your Mental Health initiative is to eliminate

stigmas and educate our membership about mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, and health and social issues that impact our mental health. Having a deeper understanding about mental health issues will provide a better understanding of how chapter dynamics are impacted by psychological issues. Focusing on the mind, body, and spirit of our sister Links will give the Mental Health Initiative the opportunity to collaborate with each Facet and incorporate wellness information into our programming



Current Activities• Chapters began each meeting promoting positive mental health among the

members. Chapters members introduced positive self awareness, motivational and awareness activities.

• Developed a Mental Health Moment Calendar for members. Includes a daily motivational saying.

• Members participated in observing “May Mental Health Awareness Month” Collaborative efforts with the community and gathering information to pass out to members.

• Members participated in Talk , Text, Act

• In partnership with HHS sponsored a workshop for parents on “How to raise an unstoppable child”.

• Talks on recognizing depression and how to adjust.



Sailing into new waters; Adding Mental Health into existing programs.

• Chapters can sponsor a mental health forum for the community and members. Changing the title will attract people “ Lets get Information” about mental health.

• Links support early mental health detection. “ Remove the stigma”. Attach educational materials to current services to youth activities.

• Seek mini grants focused on mental health and wellness for women.

• Host a movie viewing and discussion on “ The Secret She Kept”.

• Participate in depression screenings. October is National Depression Month

• Forum on stress and heart health. MIND, BODY, SOUL

• Incorporate mental health in to the ARTS by talking about emotions and draw different feelings.



Mental Health CommitteeJanice Beal-Geyen, Chairperson

Missouri City (Tx) Chapter

Korie Brown, Missouri City (Tx) ChapterJan Collins, Claremont (Ca) Chapter Sherrie Dixon, Dallas (Tx) ChapterJennifer Davis, Fresno (Ca) California



Ready…Set…CRUISE to Transformational Programs!



Creating an Umbrella Program

Individual Facets collaborate: 30 minutesALL Facets: putting the pieces together: 30 minutesAttendees: questions and finalization of Program: 30 minutes

Human Trafficking: Together We Can Be a Voice for the Voiceless

Goal: To educate and motivate ourselves and our communities to advocate for the elimination of Human Trafficking in the communities that we serve.



THANK YOUfor Joining Our

FANTASTIC PROGRAM VOYAGE!