Keynote Speakers

The 2008 Blueprints Conference is pleased to introduce the following individuals as part of our conference faculty. Collectively, their experience in the field of violence prevention and advocating for evidence-based programs is tremendous. We are certain the presentations that you will hear will be impressive, informative and insightful. Join us as we thank these individuals for headlining our conference.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

8:30 - 10 a.m.
Opening Session & Welcome
Grand Ballroom
Opening remarks: J. Robert Flores
The Future of Violence Prevention Research and Practice
Speaker: Delbert S. Elliott, PhD
Executive Director
Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence
University of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado

Noon - 1:15 p.m.
Keynote Lunch
The Power of Prevention - The Power of One
Speaker: Clay Yeager

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

8:30 - 10 a.m.
Opening Session
Grand Ballroom
The Top of the Criminal Justice Food Chain: Evidence-Based Public Policy Options to Reduce Future Prison Construction, Taxpayer Costs, and Crime Rates
Speaker: Steve Aos
Assistant Director
Washington State Institute for Public Policy

Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Closing Session
Sustaining Model Programs Over Time: A View From the Field
Speaker: Mark T. Greenberg, PhD
Director, Prevention Research Center
Penn State University