FREDLA 2014 Annual Meeting ~ Bethesda, Maryland ~ September 25-26, 2014
On September 25 & 26, 2014, FREDLA held its first Annual Meeting in Bethesda, Maryland. Over 40 family leaders from over 20 states attended this historic event. On Friday evening, FREDLA held a networking dinner and during conducted elections to its Board of Directors. Seven new members were voted in. On Saturday, attendees spent the day hearing from national leaders including Paolo del Vecchio from SAMHSA and representatives from the National Council on Behavioral Health, the National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Family leaders heard about the priorities of these national organizations and had the opportunity to dialogue with the representatives about issues of importance to Family Run Organizations.
Paolo del Vecchio Director Center for Mental Health Services SAMHSA
Michelle Zabel TA Network
2014 FREDLA Annual Meeting Attendees
FREDLA’s Annual Meeting was a huge success. Attendees provided overwhelmingly positive feedback. Comments included how much they enjoyed the opportunity to network with their peers, learn about other organizations, be a part of building a unified voice for family organizations and the opportunity to dialogue with national leaders.
Jane Walker FREDLA Executive Director
2014 FREDLA Annual Meeting Attendees
Check out FREDLA’s first Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2014 ~ FREDLA has done a lot in a short period of time. We thank all of our members and supporters for enabling us to do this great work on behalf of Family Run Organizations across the country!
FREDLA FY 14 Annual Report 2013_14