In these times, it is tempting to be despondent; it is natural to feel burned out; it is easy to feel angry and indignant.

In these times we need something to celebrate.  We need something to aspire to.  We need to restore and reaffirm our commitment to collaborate.  We need each other and we need hope.

A conference for these times needs to be pro-active, creative, productive, inspirational, and healing.