Youth Services Department Director Tammy K. Fields recently participated in a panel discussion on “Making the Invisible Visible: Acknowledging the Need for Coordination Horsepower at Every Level" hosted by The Readiness Projects of the Forum for Youth Investments.

Also on the panel were Vonda Daniels, principal of Northmore Elementary School, Marsha Guthrie of the Children's Services Council, and Suzette Harvey of Prime Time of Palm Beach County.

The national discussion gave participants an opportunity to engage with leaders of Palm Beach County on the coordination at multiple levels of the learning and development ecosystem through a Q & A facilitated by Merita Irby. Fields provided insight on intergovernmental coordination and cross-sector collaboration, particularly in light of the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“You have illustrated well how you were built to make your community and your agencies a hub of community resilience," said one audience participant. “Your commitment to your vision made you ready to address the current context, support mental health, healing-centered engagement, and youth voice/civic action."

Through the “Making the Invisible Visible" discussion series, ongoing projects, and engagement opportunities, The Readiness Projects coordinating partners and co-strategists are tackling issues in order to Build Forward Together.

To view the entire panel discussion, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJdmE6AcpBA&feature=youtu.be.