Baylor in Washington Presents Facing Fragility: America's Youth and Their Future
Date | October 11, 2022 |
Time | 6:30 - 8:00 pm |
Location | National Press Club Washington, DC 20045 |
Description | Join us for a panel conversation about Gen Z's Today’s youth are often criticized for their fragility. Indeed, some experts argue that a fear of failing and a hyper-sensitivity to safety keep young people from meeting the normal challenges of life. Is this “fragility” real, or is this nothing more than the age-old concern: “kids these days!” If young people are demonstrably more fragile, why is this? Most importantly, what are the best cures for fragility? Some experts say that by cultivating “resilience,” young people can recover hope, creativity, and courage. Are they right? And how, in any event, is resilience to be cultivated? Join us on October 11th for a conversation with a panel of experts about these questions and more. T?his event is made possible by our generous cosponsors. We are proud to partner with the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, and the Pepperdine School of Public Policy. For those unable to attend in-person, the |
Publisher | Baylor Alumni Events |
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