Sharon Selz sselz@stanncenter.org
Fund Development & Marketing Team/Editor
St. Ann Center
414-977-5064
Media Invitation & Background
12 countries represented among 280 attendees
MILWAUKEE, WI – (June 13, 2017) – The Global Intergenerational Conference, co-hosted by Generations United and St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care, takes place this week. Held at the Hyatt Regency in Milwaukee, June 13-16, the 19th biennial conference will spark new ideas and energize attendees to tap into the strengths of all ages to build stronger communities.
Attached are summaries of conference highlights and keynote speaker bios. Time for media interviews is highlighted. However, we will set up interview opportunities outside of those times, as well. If you plan to cover the conference, please contact us by end of today, Tuesday, June 13, with the day and time you plan to attend, so that we can include you on our media list.
Media contact is Sharon Selz, sselz@stanncenter.org, 414-977-5064.
Themed “Generations Remixed,” the event will bring together more than 280 attendees to learn, network and share the latest research, programs and policies in the intergenerational field. With participants from 12 countries, the conference will attract a broad audience including community leaders, business executives, advocates, researchers, educators, funders and caregivers. Educational sessions will cover such topics as Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, How Technology Links Generations, Lifelong Learning, Senior-Youth Mentoring and more.
