Keynote Speaker Announced for 2020 Auction Gala: Al Race
Chief Knowledge Officer and Deputy Director Al Race of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University will speak about the role of play in children’s growth and development-especially in the face of adversity- with our 2020 Auction Gala attendees on May 15, 2020. Al helps thought leaders improve their understanding and communication of the science of child development and science-based innovation and apply it to their work. His focus is on how to use the knowledge generated by the Center’s work in order to transform the landscape in which science-based innovation for children and families facing adversity can thrive and grow.
The Center catalyzes local, national, and international innovation in policy and practice for children and families, especially those facing serious adversity. In collaboration with a broad network of research, practice, policy, community, and philanthropic leaders, the Center seeks transformational impacts on lifelong learning, behavior, and both physical and mental health.
As a senior spokesperson for the Center, Al helps scientists, researchers, students, and the public to improve their understanding of the science of child development and adversity. He leads the Center’s knowledge translation, communication, and public engagement portfolios, including the development and execution of strategic communications plans, communications research, publications, and new media products
Al guides the team that produces the Center’s website, which now averages more than 5,500 video views and paper downloads each day and more than 1.8 million visits per year from 200 countries.
Check out the Center on the Developing Child’s Website here: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/
About the Building Our Future 2020 Auction Gala
Join us for our largest event ever! This black tie optional event will feature an exclusive pre-party cocktail hour for our host committee members followed by a fun cocktail hour for everyone accompanying our beloved silent auction and ending with a delicious plated dinner and exciting live auction program.
Funds raised at the Annual Auction Gala will support our interactive exhibits, educational programs, theatrical productions, operational support and scholarship memberships for families in need.