2021 Annual Symposium

2021 Annual Statewide Symposium and 35th Anniversary Celebration

Held in Region 4

When: Wednesday, Wednesday, November 3rd -to- Friday, November 5th

Where: Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel, 40 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 

What We Are Doing: The NYSMICJ is celebrating our 35th Anniversary and hosting our Annual Training Symposium on November 3-5, 2021, at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. This year’s theme is “Shifting the Criminal Justice Culture Towards an Equitable Future.” Criminal Justice professionals have been invited from within and outside of New York to travel to Poughkeepsie (the Queen City), to participate in this

comprehensive training symposium with panels and workshops addressing

the theme. Attendees can strengthen ideals and actions, share best

practices, network, and celebrate while observing CDC COVID guidelines.

SYMPOSIUM HIGHLIGHTS

9 Unique Workshops

Vendors

The Commissioner’s Forum

Networking Opportunities

35 Anniversary Celebration Gala

To learn more about Region 4 click the button below

Recruiting Diverse Law Enforcement Candidates and Connecting with the Community- William Schievella, Director of Police Studies, Saint Elizabeth University

Correctional Reforms - Dr. Vanessa Lynn, Marist College; Dr. Addrain Conyers, Chair of the Criminal Justice Marist College 

Mind, Body and Spirit from CIU members  – Camilla Williams

Reiki - Ana Icarri 

Massage Therapy – Anthony Fowler, LMT

Medical / Mental Health – Akinola Akinyombo, Deputy Superintendent for Health Services, NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision; El Hadji Gueye, Director of Mental Health, NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision

Shifting the Paradigm from Criminal Justice to Human Justice – Kenneth Bain, MA, Director Community Capacity Development  

Reforms of the Criminal Justice System Components - Edward Lawson, JD, MBA; Family and Community Engagement Services Inc.

Police Reform and Reinvention Implementation – Vanessa Baird-Streeter, Deputy County Executive; Suffolk County Government; Risco Mention-Lewis, Deputy Police Commissioner Suffolk County Police

Humane Alternatives to Long Term Solitary Confinement Act – Daniel Martuscello III, Acting Executive Deputy Commissioner, NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision

The African American Firearms Culture – Damon Finch, Hudson Valley Nubian Gun Club

Adelphi School of Social Work is offering Continuing Education credits for the following workshops:

The Impact of the Criminal Justice System on Minority Communities, Dr. Vanda Seward, Director of the Criminal Justice Program – CUNY Kingsborough Community College 

Educators of Color Leading Together: Redefining Transformational Leadership, Dr.Addrain Conyers, Dr. Christina Wright Fields & Dr. Stacy Williams

Suicide Prevention,  El Hadji Gueye, Director of Mental Health, NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision 

In order to obtain CE's, attendees must separately register with Adelphi School at  http://registration.xenegrade.com/adelphi/coursedisplay.cfm?schID=2114 

Why Exhibit at Our Event: You will be able to increase your brand exposure to a wider audience and obtain merchandising opportunities with a physical presentation while sharing your company’s online options. Your company will receive a link on our website to further advertise your brand. Your support enables us to further attract extraordinary talent for panels and workshops as we proceed into our new year.

How:

1. Download the Vendor Information Form below and mail with a check to the address on the form.
2. Click "Become a Vendor", complete your payment through the PayPal website and then complete the Google Form (https://forms.gle/YCkHfCYx9AKh4swp9). 
3. Download the Vendor Information Form below, scan and email to region4@nysmicj.org. Click "Become a Vendor" to complete payment online. You do not need to fill out the online vendor form when redirected.

Why Sponsor Our Event: You will be able to increase your brand exposure to a wider audience and obtain positive advertising opportunities. Sponsors will get a link to your business on our webpage, a listing in the program guide and the ability to discuss your company at the Symposium. Your support enables us to further attract extraordinary talent for panels and workshops; provide scholarships to deserving students and assists with strengthening community initiatives.

 How:

1. Download the Sponsor  Information Form below and mail with a check to the address on the form.
2. Click "Become a Sponsor", complete your payment through the PayPal website and then complete the Google Form (https://forms.gle/8MvnDiMN14tahLWJ7. 
3. Download the Sponsor  Information Form below, scan and email to region4@nysmicj.org. Click "Become a Sponsor" to complete payment online. You do not need to fill out the online sponsor form when redirected.