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Statewide Science of Hope Community of Practice

The Statewide Science of Hope Community of Practice is an informal, collaborative learning space used to solve problems and innovate.

Who can attend?
Any Washington state professional interested in learning how the science of hope can enhance well-being and improve outcomes.

What are the Benefits of Attending?
1. Learn about new developments science of hope.
2. Hear from experts and professionals applying the science of hope.
3. Connect with others across the state and nation working to bring the science of hope to their organizations.
4. Share ideas, solve challenges, and improve how you use the science of hope in your organization.

2026 Registration Flyer (PDF)

2026 Schedule

Date

Topic

Presenter(s)
January 14th Dreaming, Pathways, and Agency in Family Treatment Courts
  • Kelly Warner-King
  • April Kraft-Duley
  • Candi Shute
  • Chris Thompson
February 11th Protein for All
  • Dr. Kristen Allott
  • Natasha Duarte
  • Heather Cantamessa
  • Dr. Arina Gertseva
  • Shawn Powell
  • Commissioner Michelle Ressa
March 11th A Community Approach to SUD Treatment
  • Alicia Pierce
  • Doug Fulp
  • Courtney Garzone
April 8th TBA TBA
May 13th TBA TBA
June 10th TBA TBA
July 8th TBA TBA
August 12th TBA TBA
September 9th TBA TBA
October 14th TBA TBA
December 9th TBA TBA

Date Topic Presenter(s)
January 18th Science of Hope Jolynn Kenney, MENTOR Washington
February 19th (3rd Wednesday) Power of Microcultures, Addressing Real Challenges, & Creating a Thriving Workplace Culture Jess Lewis, Manifesting Hope
March 12th Building Hope: ADHD Coaching for Justice-Involved Youth Dr. Jerry Goodstein, Washington State University
April 9th Staying Grounded in Hope During Times of Change Sarah Burns, Family & Youth Justice Programs at AOC
May 14th Hope for Tomorrow Doug Wolfe, Iowa’s Hope Ambassador
June 11th Hope in Action: Spokane Juvenile Court & SAC’s Journey Elisa Vanhoff, Hope Navigator
July 9th Supporting Families Through Trial Home Visits Amy Savage, Omni Family of Services
September 10th Strengthening Agency: Building Motivation and Hope Conversation Cafe
October 8th Hope and Reflective Practice: Creating Space to Sustain Hope Dr. Gina Veloni Ambrosia Eberhardt, Lived Expert and Akin Statewide Impact Manager.
November 12th When Hope Meets Collaboration: Problem Solving with the Science of Hope and Collaborative Problem Solving Dr. Stuart Ablon, Harvard Medical School
December 10th Building Collective Hope
  • Lana Triece, Port Angeles Food Bank Grants Specialist
  • Minnie Whalen, Director, Clallam Resilience Project

For more information on the Hope Science Community of Practice, please contact Sarah Burns at Sarah.Burns@courts.wa.gov