Keynote Speaker Kevin Hines
The Art of Wellness
Monday, August 25 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among people age 15 to 24 in the U.S. Nearly 20% of high school students report serious thoughts of suicide and 9% have made an attempt to take their lives, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
Subject matter expert, suicide survivor and advocate Kevin Hines shares history of hope and celebration of life. Kevin is a mental health advocate,global speaker, best-selling author, award-winning filmmaker andentrepreneur who reaches audiences all over the world with his story of anunlikely survival and his strong will to live. Two years after he was diagnosedwith bipolar disorder (at 19 years of age), he attempted to take his own life byjumping from the Golden Gate Bridge. He is one of only thirty-four (less than1%) to survive the fall and he is the only Golden Gate Bridge jump survivor who is actively spreading the message of living mentally healthy around the globe.
APPA's 4th Annual Women's Symposium
No Limits, Just Possibilities
Monday, August 25 | 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Back by popular demand! Do not hesitate – this special session has a limited capacity! Grab your spot now and register to be one of the lucky one hundred female community corrections professionals at APPA’s 4th Annual Women’s Symposium! APPA is pleased to announce this distinct, day-long professional development experience entitled, No Limits, Just Possibilities. The symposium will take place on Monday, August 25, 2025, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Come dressed in RED (optional). As you know, the color red is a symbol of strength, authority, passion, and energy!
There is no extra cost to attend this special training institute offering. You will be surrounded by likeminded, powerful, career-oriented community corrections women claiming their greatness as leaders by recognizing their full potential. Meaningful presentations will be offered – all aimed at helping women see both their professional and personal lives through the lens of infinite possibilities. Notable women will speak to relevant subject matters: intentionally expanding your professional network; enhancing your communications skills to ensure you are not only heard but respected; creating a realistic path for career mobility; identifying and implementing strategies to maintain a good work-life balance; and generating a personalized plan of action for your leadership development.
Leave the symposium feeling empowered to create the future you want and deserve in our field and beyond. Stay tuned for additional program details.
First Time Attendees Networking Event
Sunday, August 24 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
New to APPA training institutes or APPA in general? You're in good company at the First-Time Attendees Networking Event. Network with other first-timers, win prizes, learn more about APPA and have fun in a relaxed environment. Refreshments will be provided.
Justice-Involved Individuals Career Fair
Wednesday, August 27 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Sponsored By:
American Probation and Parole Association is hosting its third Career Fair for Justice-Involved Individuals.
APPA is inviting employers who hire individuals with criminal records to take part in the career fair by hosting a recruitment table. If you are interested in hiring prescreened New York area men and women who are on active probation or parole supervision and who have a strong desire to work, this event is for you.
As justice-involved individuals strive to successfully re-enter their communities, they need opportunities to secure gainful employment and become productive, tax-paying citizens. These individuals have a variety of skills and talents that can easily benefit employers. They need a second chance at employment. As noted in author Jeff Korzenik’s book, Untapped Talent: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community, “Second Chance Hiring Isn’t Charity, It’s Good Business!” It is good business for employers who can see the untapped talents of those with criminal records and who are willing to invest in human potential.
Contact APPA’s Project Coordinator, Delores Johnson, by email at djohnson@csg.org to reserve your spot now.
HEALTHY WALKING CHALLENGES
Monday, August 25 | Tuesday, August 26
Grab a friend and participate in Healthy Walking Challenges during non-training institute hours on Monday and Tuesday in New York! Hit your stride – push yourself to reap the many health benefits of walking. Walking can help you maintain a healthy weight by burning calories and toning and strengthening muscles; increase cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness; reduce risk of heart disease and stroke; improve management of conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes; and build stronger bones and improve balance.
30-Minute Mile Instructions – TWO TIMED WALKS WILL TAKE PLACE ON MONDAY AND TUESDAY, STARTING PROMPTLY AT 6:30 AM AND 7:00 AM
● Five minutes prior to the start time, meet in the registration area.
● Use your electronic device to monitor your distance and time.
● Return to the starting point to verify your accomplishment and claim your achievement medal.
8,000 Steps a Day Instructions
● 8,000 or more steps must be completed by 5:00 pm on Monday and/or Tuesday.
● Use your electronic device to monitor your steps.
● No later than 5:30 pm on Monday and/or Tuesday, report to the Local Host Table to verify your accomplishment and claim your achievement medal.
GENTLE YOGA, BREATH-WORK, AND GUIDED MEDITATION
Monday, August 25th, 6:30 – 7:30 AM | 12:45 – 1:45 PM EST
Tuesday, August 26th 6:30 – 7:30 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST
*All-levels Welcome*
Join Jen Donovan Wellness Specialist, RYT, RCYT, RPYT and Judge Victor Reyes as they lead you through some simple yoga movements and proven breath-work practices to reduce stress buildup, center your mind, and create a sense of calm. These techniques are great tools to use each morning, driving to work, at the office, or before bedtime.
COACHES
Jennifer Donovan, RYT, RCYT, RPYT
Wellness Specialist
Wellness4Judiciary
The Honorable Victor Reyes
District Judge
Mahakaruna Holistic Foundation
Cancellation Policy
- In-Person: A full refund, less a $50 processing fee, is available until Jul 18, 2025. No refunds are available after Jul 18, 2025. In order to receive a refund, written requests must be sent to the APPA Training Institute, c/o The Council of State Governments, 1776 Avenue of the States, Lexington, KY 40511 or emailed to Kimberly Mills. All requests for refunds must be postmarked or emailed by Jul 18, 2025.
- Virtual: Due to the cost of the virtual training institute platform, no refunds will be issued.
- Exhibitors: For booths cancelled in writing by Jun 24, 2025, 50% of the full payment may be refunded. After Jun 24, 2025, no refunds will be made, nor will previously paid monies be applied to any future APPA exhibit shows or other marketing areas. Additionally, these monies cannot be applied to offset another exhibitor’s booth rental fee. If you need to submit a cancellation, please email written cancellation request to: Darlene Webb.
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Also, special thanks goes to our Corporate Members!