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MOCSA – Johnson County Fall Forum

MOCSA’s 16th annual Johnson County Fall Forum took place on November 1st at the Overland Park Sheraton. Mayor Peggy Dunn was the honorary chairmen, and Kristin Wing and Kathy Woodward served as the co-chairmen. More than 300 guests listened to remarks from Keynote Speaker Cathy Morrison, author of Say Something. Cathy discussed how to make our community, schools, and families safer for kids. Proceeds help MOCSA’s advocacy, counseling, and prevention education services reach thousands in Johnson County.

(Seated) Janee Hanzlick, Kristin Bruman, Chris Wilson, and Darcy Stewart (standing) Kathleen Allen, Maria O’Connor, Erin Aldridge, Ali Self, and Kara Bouillette

 

Keynote Speaker Cathy Morrison

 

(Seated) Kent Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson, and Cathy Morrison, keynote speaker (standing) Loren Halifax, emcee; Julie Donelon, MOCSA; Kathy Malone, Peter Malone, and Carrie Brous

Also featured in the December 7, 2019 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Roy Inman

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