Drug and alcohol addiction and abuse. Recognition. Prevention. Treatment

20/20 Parenting. Recognizing and mitigating early vulnerabilities and risk factors.

Presentations Portfolio

Highlights:

Corporate Crystal Meth Symposiums/Conferences:

Langley Chamber of Commerce, Drugs & Addiction In The Workplace Symposium, keynote generously sponsored by Coast Capital Savings Credit Union

“Kerry Jackson delivers raw and from the heart. One is embraced by her grace as she shares her story of grief, challenges and ultimate acceptance from the loss of a cherished son to drug addiction. Her words are laced with soulful passion calling us to stop, listen and care for those in our lives for which we hold love and reverence. Kerry Jackson is one of those people called to make a difference in our lives. It is important for you to join in that journey.”

– Dennis Paget, RPC, Registered Professional Counselor, Head To Soul Counseling Services

Community Crystal Meth Forum/Conferences:

North West Addictions, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, Crystal Meth Conference, panel and three workshops
Northern Health Authority/Prince George Native Friendship Centre, Regional Conference on Methamphetamine, workshop

"We have heard a lot of good feedback on your presentation here."
– Andrew Burton, conference co-chair, regional drug and alcohol counselor coordinator

Soroptomist International of the Langleys "Tuning into Your Teens" Conference, Langley, with co-presenter Summer Leishner, very inspiring recovered young lady
The Township of Langley Meth Forum, keynote
The City of White Rock, White Rock/S. Surrey Mayor Judy Forster's Meth Forum, keynote
Oceanside Crystal Meth Task Force: Parkesville/Qualicum Beach, keynote
The Province Newspaper Meth Forums: Surrey & Vancouver, keynotes

WORKSHOPS FEEDBACK

"Your presentation touched me very deeply."
"I was really moved by your insight and wisdom."
"I realized I have to tell my son I love him more often...I could feel her tears like warning signals we have to put our attention at. She is great!"
"I look up to you for how you've handled this horrible tragedy in your life. You have reassured me ...that I am in the right field."
"I was deeply touched...I now realize how important addiction workers are and that makes me want to pursue this career path even more."

– CDI College workshop participants

“Kerry presented an excellent, well organized presentation about her life's mission to help parents…and professionals working with children and youths…[She] spoke very movingly about her own son's suicide. I would highly recommend Kerry …and her 20/20 Parenting Program for anyone looking for a workshop facilitator.”
"The presentation was extremely informative and educational. A dramatic perspective from a parent’s point of view to help parents who are going through the same issues with their kids."
"An emotionally charged and informative presentation delivered in an effective and professional way. A unique perspective dealing with Meth and it’s affects on the family. Substance was very personal and can be expected to be extremely helpful for parents."
" Kerry’s presentation was heartfelt and educational. Her emotional connection to the issue helps Kerry connect with the audience. The layout and useful visual aid made the presentation easy to follow."

– facilitator participants of the Children of the Street Society workshop

School Presentations:

Coquitlam Mediated Learning Academy, Coquitlam (+ PAC mtg)
Peace Arch Elementary School, with co-presenter Kim Ramsay, White Rock
White Rock Elementary School, with co-presenter Kim Ramsay, White Rock
Fraser Heights Secondary, North Surrey
Crescent Park Elementary, South Surrey
Earl Marriott Secondary, South Surrey
Mulgrave Private School, West Vancouver

Singlular Workshop Events:

MFCD/Fraser Valley Foster Parents Association, workshop with co-presenter Summer Leishner
CDI College, Surrey
Children of the Street Society, Coquitlam
White Rock/S. Surrey Mental Health Tri-Team Meeting

Film Productions:

Peace Arch Community Services educational film production, funded by Fraser Health Authority:
"Death By Jib" – interviewed for story of personal loss.

Theatrical Productions:

Headlines Theatre Main Stage Project "METH", workshop participant in creating mini plays based on real-life experiences with crystal meth, to provide the material out of which the final play is developed.

Government Contacts:

A meeting with Mark Warawa, MP, Langley, BC
A meeting with the Honorable Ujjal Dosanjh, M.P. and Federal Health Minister
Contact with the office of the Honorable Walley Oppal, M.L.A., Attorney General, the Honorable John Les, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, and with Health Canada

"I would like to take this opportunity to commend you for the excellent work you have already undertaken on this important issue."

– John Les, Solicitor General, BC

NOTE: This email included notification of a link he had posted on the Crystal Meth Secretariat website.

Educational Contributions:

The School of Social Work at the University of Victoria, BC, inclusion of "Ryan's Story" in an undergraduate distance education program.

For further information see Presentations - Intro, Keynotes - Workshops, Testimonials, and Meeting Planners.

Chronological Listing:

April 23, 2008: Two presentations: grades 7 to 12 and PAC, Coquitlam Mediated Learning Academy
July 10, 2007: Meeting with Mark Warawa, MP, Langley, BC regarding conflicting Federal and Provincial laws involving rights and resonsibilities of parents and of youths
May 28, 2007: Peace Arch Elementary School PAC, workshop with co-presenter Kim Ramsay, White Rock, BC
May 24, 25, 2007: North West Addictions, Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, Crystal Meth Conference, panel and three workshops, Kitimate and Terrace, BC
May 15, 2007: White Rock Elementary School PAC, workshop with co-presenter Kim Ramsay, White Rock, BC
April 3, 2007: Fraser Heights Secondary School, presentation to 250+ grade 9's, N. Surrey, BC
February 2, 2007: Northern Health Authority/Prince George Native Friendship Centre, Regional Conference on Methamphetamine, workshop, Prince George, BC
February 1, 2007: MFCD/Fraser Valley Foster Parents Association, workshop, Abbotsford, BC
November 8, 2006: Langley Chamber of Commerce, Drugs & Addiction In The Workplace Symposium, Keynote Address, Langley, BC
November 1 to 6, 2006: Headlines Theatre workshop, Vancouver, BC
October 14, 2006: Soroptomist International of the Langleys "Tuning into Your Teens" Conference, workshop, Langley, BC
October 10, 2006: CDI College, Addictions Worker class workshop, Surrey, BC
August 22, 2006: Children of the Street Society, workshop presentation for the Society's community workshop facilitators, Langley, BC
Aug 4, 2005: Met with Mr. Ujjal Dosanjh, M.P., Federal Health Minister regarding the potential for working with government, Vancouver, BC
June 23, 2006: Notice from Peter Monk, course writer with the School of Social Work at the University of Victoria, BC, that "Ryan's Story" published in the VISIONS: BC's Mental Health and Addictions Journal, Suicide Issue, Vol. 2 no. 7, page 23 will be included in an undergraduate distance education program titled Critical Perspectives in Mental Health Practice.
June 28, 2006: The Township of Langley, Crystal Meth Forum, guest keynote, Langley, BC
June 9, 2006: White Rock/S. Surrey Mental Health, Tri-Team Meeting, workshop, White Rock, BC
Feb 27, 2006: Earl Marriott Secondary PAC, workshop, S. Surrey, BC
Feb 22, 2006: Crescent Park Elementary PAC, workshop, S. Surrey, BC
Jan 24, 2006, email from the Honorable John Les, Minister of Public Safety with personal commendations, notifying of a link he had posted on the Crystal Meth Secretariat webpage, Need Help? page
Nov 29, 2005: Oceanside Crystal Meth Task Force, guest keynote, Parkesville/Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island, BC
Oct 17, 2005: Mulgrave School, Meth forums (youths/adults) guest presenter and panel, West Vancouver, BC
May 5, 2005: Province Newspaper, Meth forum, guest presenter and panel, Vancouver, BC
May 3, 2005: Province Newspaper, Meth forum, guest presenter and panel, Vancouver, BC
Nov 24, 2004: Interview for the film “Death by Jib” by Peace Arch Community Services, White Rock, BC