4th Annual Ginsburg Institute Child Health Symposium

Description

We are pleased to invite you to register for the 4th Annual Child Health Symposium, presented by the Ginsburg Institute at Nemours Children’s Health.
Join us on Thursday, October 8th at the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort in Orlando for a dynamic, one-day convening of leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, and community partners working together to advance children’s health.
 
This Year's Focus: Health through Literacy
This year's symposium explores literacy as a foundation driver of health shaping early development, improving outcomes, and strengthing communities. Together, we will examine how literacy can serve as a powerful tool to advance equity, opportunitiy, and lifelong well-being. 

Keynote Speaker: 
We are honored to welcome Dana L. Suskind, MD, Director of the University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health and New York Times bestselling author, as our keynote speaker. Her talk, “Forging Literacy Through Connection: Nurturing ‘Human Raised’ Kids in the Age of AI,” will highlight the science linking early literacy, human connection, and health outcomes.

What to Expect: 
•             TED®-Style Talk & Fireside Chat with Dana L. Suskind, MD and Lawrence Moss, MD, President & CEO, Nemours Children’s Health
•             Interactive Workshops focused on integrating literacy into health and community strategies
•             Breakout Sessions featuring community voices, innovations, and cross-sector collaboration
•             Community Champion Award honoring a local organization making an outstanding impact on children’s health and well-being
•             Meet Local Authors & Networking Opportunities with partners across the region
•             Complimentary Book & Signing - Each attendee will receive a copy of Human Raised and have the opportunity to meet Dr. Suskind 
 
Fees and Travel
The 4^th Annual Ginsburg Institute Child Health Symposium will focus on building healthier futures through literacy. Explore how reading, language, and communication shape child health — and how communities can act together. We look forward to seeing you in Central Florida.
Registration and Fees
Registration closes Thursday, October 1, 2026.

• $295 — General Admission
• $99 —Nonprofit Organizations
• Scholarships available for nonprofit organizations, schools, early learning organizations, students, and community members