What: We the People (WTP) Summit: Community-Systems Conversation is part of U-turn Youth Consulting’s Courageous Conversation Series. Recent years have been challenging for many people on various levels. This year's Courageous Conversation aims to increase awareness about the impact of recent laws and policies on youth, particularly in relation to their sense of belonging.

The Summit will explore the connections between immigration policies, school policies, public safety, health, and mental health, which often lead to interactions with the Criminal Justice System.

This event will engage the audience, promote dialogue about reform, and provide tools and resources to assist professionals in navigating the current environment. U-turn has traditionally focused on the backgrounds of youth and families. In 2021, it became clear that understanding these backgrounds requires an examination of the systems responsible for serving them. Therefore, this summit is relevant and necessary. Our speakers and panelists are experts in their fields and will bring extensive knowledge and skills.

Who: The primary target population for this Summit includes social service providers, educators, law enforcement personnel, mental health providers, faith-based leaders, community members at large, and college students majoring in Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Social Work. Participants will gain valuable insights from the candid discussions that will take place throughout the summit.

When: Friday, April 25, 2025, 9am-2pm (8:30am Registration)

Where: St. Thomas University 16401 NW 37th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33054

Why: This summit aims to promote both courageous and honest conversations about reform, and to begin a paradigm shift moving away from a sympathetic approach and instead moving towards an empathetic/lived experience approach. Only through courageous conversations and dialogues can real change emerge.

2025 We The People Summit