Kevin Ashworth,
MA, LPC
Kevin Ashworth, LPC, is the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of NW Anxiety Institute in Portland, Oregon. He specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD using evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy. Kevin is a national speaker, trainer, and consultant who has worked extensively with schools, clinics, and families to improve understanding and treatment of anxiety. His engaging and practical style helps audiences gain confidence in applying effective strategies in real-world settings.
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Borrowed Bravery: Helping Our Children Grow by Strengthening Ourselves
Parents want to protect but growth requires facing challenges. This keynote helps parents distinguish between skill deficits and bravery moments, while learning how their own responses shape their child’s confidence. Grounded in research on accommodation and self-efficacy, attendees will leave with a clear framework to support independence, resilience, and courage.
Sarah Adomako-Ansah
Sarah Adomako-Ansah is the Manager, Education Outreach at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights and a former educator with the Edmonton Catholic School Division. She is a dynamic presenter on disabilities, rights, and advocacy, supporting educators in creating more accessible and inclusive learning environments. Sarah is the co-founder of the Black Teachers' Association of Alberta and a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the Randy Palivoda Award for her leadership in human rights and education.
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Honoring the Past and Looking Towards the Future.
How do race, ability, identity, privilege, and power shape the experiences of those in our classrooms and communities? This keynote invites participants to explore the concept of intersectionality and how overlapping identities, particularly within equity-deserving communities, impact access, opportunity, and lived experience.