Upcoming Webinars, Trainings, and Events
July 2025
Voices of Change: The Role of Storytelling in Improving Maternal Health Webinar
July 24, 2025 |Â 1:00-2:00pm EST
Presenter: Jamie Agunsday, MA, MSN, RNC-OB
Over the last decade, storytelling has transformed our view of maternal health by breaking barriers, raising, awareness, and fostering understanding of birthing challenges.
This presentation explores how personal narratives amplify families' voices, driving social change, trust, and improved healthcare. Through examples, we'll show how storytelling influences health policy and empowers providers to enhance care.
Hope for Georgia Moms:
Ally vs. Accomplice
July 31, 2025 | Atlanta, Georgia
There are many people working and volunteering their time and focusing on creating respectful interactions and advocating for the needs of the birthing community. We come into this work with our lived experiences, values and personal objectives. This session seeks to hold space for the ways we show up to do this work. We want to ensure that we are aware of ourselves, centered during every interaction and not causing any harm to the birthing community.
August 2025
2025 Northern California Association of Neonatal Nurses (NCANN) Conference
August 10-12, 2025 |Â Napa, California
The Northern California Association of Neonatal Nurses (NCANN) will host its annual conference in Napa, California, bringing together neonatal professionals for a dynamic and enriching educational experience.
The conference will feature expert-led presentations on nursing practice, pathophysiology, professional challenges, and more. Attendees will gain valuable insights to enhance their clinical skills, expand their knowledge, and connect with peers who share a commitment to excellence in neonatal care.
Among the featured speakers is Rebecca Vahle, Founder and Executive Director of the Family to Family Support Network®. She will present “Respectful Care for All Families: Serving the Unique Family,” a session focused on inclusive, hospital-based care that recognizes and honors the diverse experiences of families in the neonatal setting.
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Mead Johnson Nutrition Institute: Global Nutrition Summit USA 2025 and Live Speaker Training
August 29, 2025 |Â Salt Lake City, Utah
The Mead Johnson Nutrition Institute (MJNI) serves as the educational and research arm of Mead Johnson Nutrition, a global leader in pediatric and infant nutrition. The Institute is dedicated to advancing science-based nutrition by providing healthcare professionals with cutting-edge education, practical resources, and support for clinical research—all focused on improving outcomes for infants and young children.
Rebecca Vahle, Founder and Executive Director of Family to Family Support Network®, will join healthcare educators from across the country for a live speaker training hosted by MJNI. This interactive training is a strategic initiative designed to elevate speaker effectiveness—equipping participants with tools to refine their content, present with confidence, and deliver meaningful, impactful sessions to a professional audience.
September 2025
The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute's (CCAI) Angels in Adoption® Celebration
September 10, 2025 | Washington, D.C.
This September, FFSN's Founder and Executive Director, Rebecca Vahle, will attend the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute’s (CCAI) Angels in Adoption® Celebration in Washington, D.C.—one of the capital’s most inspiring events focused on raising awareness around the needs of vulnerable children and families both in the U.S. and globally.
Rebecca was honored with a 2011 Angels in Adoption® Award representing the state of Colorado for her pioneering work in adoption-sensitive, hospital-based care. She now serves on CCAI’s Advisory Council and will participate in the 2025 event in that capacity, continuing her longstanding commitment to promoting ethical and compassionate adoption and child welfare practices.
Learn More2025 AWHONN Oregon and Washington Fall Conference:
Ally vs. Accomplice & Inclusive Care
September 29-30, 2025 | Stevenson, Washington
The AWHONN Oregon and Washington Sections' Fall Conference: 'Deep Roots, Shared Growth: Advancing Nursing Together', is a dynamic and immersive conference that celebrates the strength of our nursing roots while nurturing the future of our care. Through shared learning, bold conversation and collective innovation we'll explore the ever-evolving landscape of maternal and newborn health.
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Past 2025 Events
10th Annual Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Symposium
June 11-13, 2025 | Houston, Texas
The 10th Annual Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Symposium will commemorate a decade of collaboration and progress in caring for families affected by NAS.
This milestone event will focus on revisiting the fundamentals of NAS and the evolving continuum of care for mothers, infants, and families. Bringing together recovering families, healthcare providers, and support agencies, the symposium will highlight advancements in evidence-based practices and foster meaningful dialogue on delivering compassionate, respectful, and effective care for all.
2025 AWHONN Convention:
Strength in Joy
June 21-25, 2025 |Â Orlando, Florida
As the premier event for women’s health, obstetric, and neonatal nurses, this convention empowers nursing professionals with the latest knowledge, tools, and support to deliver exceptional care to women and newborns. Attendees will engage in dynamic workshops, educational sessions, and symposia—earning continuing education contact hours while exploring innovative ideas and expanding their professional networks in a vibrant, collaborative environment.
