East New York - World Federation of Therapeutic Communities ...

SOCIAL
EVENTS
THURSDAY -Welcome Reception
Sheraton Hotel
Central Park West, Flr 2
6:30pm - 9:00pm
FRIDAY - Gala Reception
United Nations
7:00pm - 11:00pm
SATURDAY - Awards Dinner
Sheraton Hotel
Metropolitan Ballroom, Flr 2
6:30pm - 10:30pm
SUNDAY - Performance for Delegates
of “The Concept”
Daytop Headquarters
54 West 40th Street
1:00pm
MONDAY - Dance Party
B.B. King’s Night Club
8:30 - Midnight
THE WFTC
RECOGNIZES
EXCELLENCE!
The success of the TC movement around the
world requires leadership, commitment and
expertise from people who care.
The O. Hobart Mowrer Award is the WFTC's
acknowledgement of the leadership, commitment
and expertise from people from outside
the TC ranks. They come from the fields of substance
abuse treatment or prevention, the
helping sciences, philosophy, academia,
research, government or the voluntary sector,
which advance the goals of "helping man to
help himself", and further the Therapeutic Community
cause.
The Harry Sholl Award cites outstanding leadership
from within WFTC ranks and is bestowed on
an individual with consistent commitment to TC
goals, distinguished leadership in the WFTC as
well as in his or her own region in TC treatment.
This year’s recipients remind us that the global
movement at hand is the result of a lifetime of
consistent effort. The Awards Committee
selected this year’s winners from a world of
powerful nominees.
THURSDAY EVENING, you’re invited to a Welcome Reception at the Sheraton Hotel.
Drop off your bags and come meet and greet your fellow conference attendees. There
will be music by the George De Leon Classical Jazz Ensemble and complimentary soft
drinks and hors d’oeuvres.
FRIDAY EVENING - Join us for a Gala Reception at the United Nations, the renowned
landmark of international diplomacy. You’ll be entertained by the Jason Devlin Trio during
the cocktail hour, and then enjoy a buffet dinner in the delegate’s dining room and
outside patio overlooking the East River and New York City’s majestic skyline.
Transportation from the Sheraton Hotel will be provided.
SATURDAY EVENING - Help celebrate the presentation of the O. Hobart Mowrer and
Harry Sholl awards to international leaders in our field.
SUNDAY there are no planned conference activities. You may take the opportunity to
visit one of our local Therapeutic Community facilities (transportation and lunch will be
provided), or spend the day being a New York City tourist.
ALSO ON SUNDAY, The Concept is a theatrical event
based on the lives of, and performed by, recovering
addicts. It shows the power of love and possibilities for
personal change and transformation that come from
healing in a community. This play has been performed
since 1968, and opened the door to recovery for many.
Those wishing to attend must sign up ahead of time at
the information tables.
MONDAY EVENING’S closing extravaganza will be held at B.B. King’s Blues Club,
recently voted one of the 10 best music venues in the United States. Break loose and
get on the dance floor to the music of Dr. K’s Motown Review, and Jimmy Bosch, internationally
recognized salsa music trombone icon. Hors d’oeuvres will be served.
O. HOBART MOWRER AWARD
Mr. Thomas Browne (1) has an unwavering commitment to Drug
Demand Reduction Programs that work. Currently Deputy Director of the
Office of Anticrime Programs, U.S. Department of State, Bureau for International
Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, he is responsible for the
formulation, coordination and implementation of U.S. policy and programs
for drug demand reduction. Thom has helped to lay the foundation for
treatment programs and networks in over 70 countries around the world.
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THE HARRY SHOLL AWARD
Dr. Sidney Shankman (2) is the Founder and President of Second
Genesis, Inc., a pioneer program in the Washington, D.C., area. Dr.
Shankman is a leading advocate of the TC model. As a devoted supporter
of Therapeutic Communities of America (TCA) since its inception, Dr.
Shankman has been recognized for his contributions to his community
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and his heroic efforts to save the lives of hundreds of young people. A leading authority on behavioral disorders,
Dr. Shankman is frequently sought after by governors, judges and legal authorities who search for and
recognize therapeutic and rehabilitative intervention as a viable alternative to incarceration. As a member of
the Executive Council of the WFTC, Dr. Shankman furthered its scientific and professional goals.
Dr. Bianca Costa Bozzo (3), former president of the Italian Federation of Therapeutic Communities, is
no stranger to the frontline responses to addiction and social problems facing people in need. As founder of
Centro di Solidarieta di Genova (CSG), a voluntary program for adolescents with drug addiction, Dr. Costa
Bozzo began a life-time commitment to the advancement of the TC program in Italy. She joined the global
effort in 1990 when she was named a member of the Executive Council of the WFTC. Dr. Costa Bozzo collaborates
actively in scientific presentations and in furthering the WFTC’s goals. Dr. Costa Bozzo is the recipient
of numerous awards recognizing her contributions in the social sector and as a member of the WFTC is a
“role model” for outstanding leadership and commitment to TC objectives.
Harold J. Rahm, SJ (4), known around the world as Father Rahm, is President of the Brazilian Federation
of Therapeutic Communities (FEBRACT) and truly a miracle worker. He has devoted himself to helping
people with addictions since attending the seminary. When Father Rahm went to Brazil in 1964, there were
few services for dealing with addiction, and certainly no formalized programs. He has been instrumental in
founding a number of centers there, including “Our Lord’s Ranch” in Campinas and “Our Lady of Guadalupe
Prevention and Assistance Center” for female drug addicts. Along the way he has authored 24 books, and
received numerous awards from the Brazilian government and many community groups.
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