Virginia Bleeding Disorders Foundation

RICHMOND - Winter Gathering - Tacky Lights Bus Tour
2024-12-07 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
REGISTRATION IS FULL – email heather@vahemophilia.org if you would like to be placed on the waiting list.
VHF invites you to our Annual Winter Gathering – come celebrate the winter season with your bleeding disorders community! We will start the afternoon with holiday refreshements and time to gather with friends and then we will hop on a motor coach for a Tacky Lights Bus Tour of Richmond. A fun tradition that is fun for all ages and a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Please come whether you are young or just young at heart…
We will meet for holiday refreshments at 4:00 pm in the community room at the Publix Supermarket located in John Rolfe Commons 2250 John Rolfe Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23233 and will board the bus from there.
This event is limited to constituents that live within the VHF coverage area and their immediate family and/or household members. There is no fee to attend and space is limited.
Please note that this will be the only Winter Gathering of the season.
Thank you to our sponsors: CSL Behring and Takeda

VIRTUAL – VHF/HACA Advocacy Stakeholder and Education Meeting
2024-11-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Join community stakeholders within the bleeding disorders community for a virtual education meeting. Stay informed with the latest state and federal advocacy news, connect with fellow Virginians, and collaborate on improving the lives of those affected by bleeding disorders. Share experiences, gain knowledge, and build a stronger community. Go here to download a copy of our 2025 Advocacy Calendar.
MEETING AGENDA
Welcome and Introductions
Advocacy From the Perspective of a Legislative Assistant
Luke Sweeney, Chief of Staff to Delegate Betsy B. Carr
Virginia Bleeding Disorders Program Update (VBDP)
Lauren Dunn, MSW, Health Insurance Consultant, Virginia Bleeding Disorders Program AND Erika J. Martin, MT (ASCP) Program Manager, Virginia Bleeding Disorders Program
What Can We Expect in the 2025 General Assembly
Becky Bowers-Lanier, VHF/HACA Advocacy Consultant
Federal Update
Matt Delaney, Government Relations Manager at National Bleeding Disorder Foundation (NBDF)
Once you RSVP you will receive the zoom link separately via email from heather@vahemophilia.org.
Thank you to our sponsors: Genentech, NBDF, Pfizer, PhRMA, VCU-HTC, and Takeda

As we gather virtually to discuss, share and learn, we ask that all Virginia Hemophilia Foundation (VHF) virtual program participants be thoughtful in their interactions and follow video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement. Disruptions to a session may lead to the removal and/or disabling of the participant’s video and microphone for part of or for the entire session. Thank you for helping VHF ensure a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and staff. Go here to read video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement.

RICHMOND - Adult Retreat Weekend
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-03 | Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump, 11800 W Broad St #1098, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
*Registration is now closed, email heather@vahemophilia.org to be placed on the wait list.
Hyatt House Richmond/Short Pump11800 West Broad Street Suite 1098, Henrico, VA 23233 (located in Short Pump Town Center)
VHF’s Adult Retreat is a weekend designed for education, relaxation, support, and friendship. This fall retreat is the perfect opportunity for you to learn, unwind and connect with others who share your experience. Registration will close Thursday, October 10th.
Enjoy an (optional) Friday night educational dinner “Cognitive Conversations: Think, Feel, Act” and movie screening of On The Shoulders Of Giants, then on Saturday GutMonkey facilitator Joe Torrey, will present their leading Edge Program which will tackle topics like building communities, teamwork, getting clued in on current topics in bleeding disorders, and shared decision making. Joe will have you laughing and making new connections in the community. There will be an (optional) Saturday night educational dinner “Fueling Your Future with Smart Choices” where you will learn healthy eating habits to fuel your body and improve your emotional well-being and we will end the weekend with an educational breakfast “Better Together: Integrating Mind, Body, and Joint Health in Bleeding Disorders.” Go here to see the agenda.

Presenter: Joe Torrey believes good learning begins with intentional design and a playful approach. With a degree in Outdoor Education and years of professional experience in team building, summer camp, and environmental education programs, Joe crafts and implements experiences to facilitate positive change in communities, teams, and mindsets. At GutMonkey, Joe uses creative design and digital content to empower folks to share their stories.

PLEASE NOTE:

The VHF Adult Retreat is designed for VHF constituents age 21 and up with inherited bleeding disorders and/or to adults whose lives are impacted by an inherited bleeding disorder (i.e. caregivers, spouses, carriers, immediate family members – some restrictions do apply) and is not open to individuals employed or compensated by Industry.
Educational program, scheduled meals, and Friday and Saturday night overnight accommodations are provided at no cost for constituents that live in the VHF coverage area. There is a $25 registration fee to attend (a link to pay will be sent out after registration closes on October 11th.)

Thank you to our current sponsors: BioMarin, CSL Behring, Genentech, Hoos at Home, and Takeda

WINCHESTER – Educational Dinner
2024-10-23 18:30 - 20:00 | IJ Canns American Grille, 3111 Valley Ave, Winchester, VA, 22601, United States
Unfortunately, this educational dinner has been canceled. Please contact info@vahemophilia.org for more information.
Join us Wednesday, October 23rd at 6:30 pm for an educational program for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members.) Dinner will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
Location: IJ Canns American Grille
The topic will be: Gene Therapy for Hemophilia
Presentation on the advances in gene therapy research for hemophilia.Join us for a session which dives into gene therapy for hemophilia, how it works, and the goals of gene therapy.
Speaker: Betsy Koval, Patient Resource Navigator, CSL Behring

Betsy Koval is a Patient Resource Navigator with CSL Behring and will be working with patients who are interested in gene therapy. She has over 15 years of experience in the bleeding disorders community. Betsy has industry experience as a senior clinical educator and in training within learning and development. Prior to that she was the lead pediatric and adolescent transition nurse coordinator at the Hemophilia of Georgia Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders at Emory University and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She has presented posters and spoken at regional and national conferences on bleeding disorders and transition of care. She was a certified clinical research coordinator for a multispecialty clinic which supported research for cardiovascular, diabetic, pulmonary, dermatologic and other conditions as well as having worked in critical care and solid organ transplantation in the ICU at Emory University Hospital. Empowering patients, families and providers with knowledge for improving health is Betsy’s favorite part of her role and she is honored to work within the bleeding disorders community.

Space is sometimes limited and if so, priority will be given to those members that live within the Shenandoah region.
Thank you to our sponsor CSL Behring.

CHESAPEAKE – Educational Dinner
2024-10-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Cutlass Grille, 725 Eden Way N, Ste 700, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
Join us for an educational program for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.) Dinner will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
Location: Cutlass Grille Restaurant 25 Eden Way N #700, Chesapeake, VA 23320
The topic will be: Shared Decision Making
Shared decision making is a partnership between people with hemophilia and their care teams that may help them better manage their condition. This interactive session covers how to take an active role as part of your treatment team, discuss therapy considerations, and find quality sources of information.
Speaker: Linda L. Pollhammer, Patient Affairs Liaison, Pfizer Rare Disease

Space is sometimes limited and if so, priority will be given to those members that live within the Hampton Roads region.
Thank you to our sponsor Pfizer.

CHARLOTTESVILLE - Educational Dinner
2024-10-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Crozet Pizza, 5794 Three Notch'd Rd., Crozet, VA, 22932
Join us for an educational program for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.) Dinner will be provided and there is no fee to attend. PLEASE NOTE: The physical well-being and exercise component of this program has been canceled.
Educational Dinner
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Crozet Pizza 5794 Three Notch’d Rd, Crozet, VA 22932
The topic will be: The Joint Movement: Come Together: The Intersection Between Joint Health, Hemophilia and Joint Pain
An interactive workshop focused on the importance of joint health for those living with hemophilia.
Speaker: Nick Cady, Community Relations & Education Manager, Sanofi
The educational dinner is for VHF constituents of all ages (and their immediate family and/or household members) and there is no fee to attend.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

WILLIAMSBURG - Medical Symposium at Great Wolf Lodge
2024-09-28 08:30 - 16:00 | Great Wolf Lodge, 549 E Rochambeau Dr., Williamsburg, VA, 23188
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
The VHF Medical Symposium will provide consumers with the opportunity to learn more about new and current treatment options, access to care issues and other medical/health related topics. This program will be held at the conference center at the Great Wolf Lodge (GWL) in Williamsburg. Overnight accommodations are available at Great Wolf Lodge and entrance to the water park is included in your stay (all registrants must attend the Medical Symposium meeting for access to the water park and overnight accommodations.)
What To Expect From The Weekend:
(Optional) Friday, September 27th, 7:30 pm –
* We will kick off the weekend with a family friendly movie night! Enjoy refreshments and view Redefining Impossible, a 40-minute documentary following five elite athletes living with hemophilia – as they share their stories of being told that they couldn’t play because of their condition and still persevering to redefine what’s possible for people living with hemophilia. There will be time for Q&A with the film’s Executive Producer, Rob Bradford from Believe Limited.
* If you plan to stay overnight on Friday, you will be able to access the water park any time after opening on that day and you can check in to your room at 4:00 pm (all Friday activities are optional.)
Saturday, September 28th, 8:30 am –
* The day will start with breakfast and time for you to visit with industry sponsors to learn about the latest treatments and therapies.
* This year’s keynote presentation “Candid Conversations” is a moderated panel discussion that will provide you with a “bird’s eye view” into the real-world experience of both consumers and providers, the path to shared decision-making, and how innovative therapies are changing the landscape of the bleeding disorders community and afternoon breakout sessions will give you a small group experience with diagnosis specific content.
* On-site childcare and children/teen programming with Camp Holiday Trails will be provided.
* You do not want to miss the Science Fair Roadshow, brought to you by Believe Limited, this inspiring, larger-than-life, community-facing exhibit presents teens, adults, and families alike with the opportunity to learn about the science behind bleeding disorders by combining the interactivity of a true “science center” exhibit with the visual style of the classic science fairs we all grew up with.
* Overnight stay for Saturday night is also available so that you and your family can enjoy time with your community and access to the waterpark that evening.
Sunday, September 29th –
* There are no scheduled meals or activities.
Important Information:
* Registrants’ place/number on the RSVP list will be determined by our Program Registration Guidelines.
* This event is open to ALL AGES (not just for families with household members under 18.) To book overnight accommodation for you and/or your family, at least one member of your group must be age 21+.
* Overnight accommodation and scheduled meals will be provided at no cost to VHF constituents. There is a $25 registration fee to attend (a link to pay will be sent out after registration closes on August 16th.)
* All registrants must attend the Medical Symposium meeting for access to the water park and overnight accommodation.
* Overnight stay on Fri. & Sat. and time at the waterpark are optional, you are welcome to attend the meeting only.
* To Be Eligible for a Spot You Must Meet ALL the Following Eligibility Criteria: Have an inherited bleeding disorder, have a spouse with an inherited bleeding disorder, or be the parent/caregiver of a child with an inherited bleeding disorder; Live in the VHF coverage area (go here to learn more) and/or location of primary bleeding disorder treatment i.e. Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC), hematologist, etc. is in the VHF coverage area.
Thank you to our current sponsors!
STAR: BioMarin, CSL Behring, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, and Takeda
PREMIER: Genentech
CORPORATE: Accredo, Bayer, BioMatrix, Cottrill’s Pharmacy, CVS Health, DrugCo Health SP, Hoos at Home, Kedrion, Pfizer, Soleo Health, and Superior Biologics.

RICHMOND - Community Event Kickers Soccer Game
2024-08-10 18:30 - 21:00 | City Stadium, 3201 Maplewood Ave., Richmond, VA, 23221, United States
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. To be added to the waitlist email heather@vahemophilia.org
VHF community events are social and educational gatherings that occur throughout the year. These events bring together the Virginia inherited bleeding disorders community and are an excellent opportunity for networking, support, increasing knowledge, and for fun for all ages. These programs are designed for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only) tickets to the match will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
What to Expect: Community building with new and old friends, education, and plenty of time to enjoy the Richmond Kickers match.
Thank you to our sponsors – CSL Behring, Genentech, Sanofi, and Takeda

ROANOKE - Community Event Salem Red Soxs Game
2024-07-27 17:30 - 20:30 | Carilion Clinc Field at the Salem Memorial Ballpark, 1004 Texas Street, Salem, Virginia, 24153
VHF community events are social and educational gatherings that occur throughout the year. These events bring together the Virginia inherited bleeding disorders community and are an excellent opportunity for networking, support, increasing knowledge, and for fun for all ages. These programs are designed for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only) dinner and tickets to the game will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
What to Expect: A private, picnic style dinner on The Patio (reserved for our group throughout the game) with an amazing field view, just feet off of the right field foul line, education, networking with new and old friends, and plenty of time to enjoy the Red Sox game.
Carilion Clinc Field at the Salem Memorial Ballpark is one of the larger ballparks in the Carolina League and has a gorgeous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance over the right field wall. This makes Salem Memorial Ballpark one of the best views in Minor League Baseball and giving you a ballgame with a view!
Thank you to our sponsors – CSL Behring, Genentech, Sanofi, and Takeda

CHARLOTTESVILLE - Camp Youngblood at Camp Holiday Trails
2024-07-14 - 2024-07-19 | Camp Holiday Trails, 400 Holiday Trails Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22903
The Virginia Hemophilia Foundation (VHF), the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA), and Camp Holiday Trails (CHT) are teaming up again for Camp Youngblood (CYB) in 2024!
Camp Youngblood is a week-long overnight camp at CHT for children ages 7-17 with inherited bleeding disorders, their siblings, and children of members of the inherited bleeding disorder community that reside within the VHF or HACA coverage area. Kids enjoy a week of fun and learning with others that are faced with similar challenges and life experiences. Go here to learn more about the admission guidelines.
Dates: Sunday, July 14 – Friday, July 19, 2024
NEW THIS YEAR: Friday, July 19, will be “CYB Family Friday.” Camper families are invited to join in on all the fun starting at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided by CHT, and everyone will depart at 2 p.m. During this time, there will be a mini “family day camp” that will allow campers and their families a glimpse of Camp Magic together! VHF/HACA are looking into providing an overnight stay at a hotel close to CHT on that Thursday, July 18; in the pre-screening survey, please let us know if this would be of interest to you and we will be in touch with more details.
Location: Camp Holiday Trails, 400 Holiday Trails Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Open Enrollment Application: The Camp Youngblood application process is open enrollment and not first come first served. This will allow VHF, HACA, and CHT the chance to review applications and manage the roster according to the application/admission guidelines. *Must adhere to all application deadlines to be considered*
» Go here to learn more about the admission guidelines.
» Go here to learn more about the pre-screening process and to apply

Thank you to our Camp Youngblood sponsors: Bayer, CSL Behring, CVS, Genentech, Grifols, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Takeda, and VCU-HTC
Thank you to our Camp Youngblood Family Education sponsors: CSL Behring, Genentech, Novo Nordisk, and Takeda

HAMPTON – Community Event at Sandy Bottom Nature Park
2024-06-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Sandy Bottom Nature Park, 1255 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, VA, 23669
VHF community events are social and educational gatherings that occur throughout the year. These events bring together the Virginia inherited bleeding disorders community and are an excellent opportunity for networking, support, increasing knowledge, and for fun for all ages. These programs are designed for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only) lunch will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
What to Expect: A picnic style lunch, a playground for the kids, games, education, networking with new and old friends, and plenty of time to enjoy the park (we have reserved the lakeside pavillion shelter). We are also excited to have Tim G., a CSL Behring Gettin’ in the Game Athlete, join us for an informal presenation on how to stay active at every stage of life and then he will lead the group on a trail hike.
Sandy Bottom Nature Park Hampton’s premier park is a 456-acre environmental education and wildlife management facility. Born from borrow pits and garbage dumps, the park is truly a success story of reclamation of our natural resources. From the 10,000 square foot nature center overlooking Sandy Bottom Lake to the elusive creatures that inhabit the wetland marshes, there is something for everyone at Sandy Bottom Nature Park.
Thank you to our sponsors – CSL Behring, Genentech, Sanofi, and Takeda

Gettin' in the Game Junior National Championship (JNC) - Application Deadline
2024-06-23
VHF Nominee Application Deadline: 5:00 pm EST, Sunday, June 23, 2024
Gettin’ In The Game Junior National Championship (JNC)
Date: September 20 – 22, 2024
Location: Henderson, Nevada
Who is eligible: Children between 7–18 years of age with a bleeding disorder (nominees must be accompanied by a caregiver 25 years of age or older at the event. Due to state and federal laws, CSL is unable to permit healthcare professionals to attend.) Special consideration will be given to first time attendees, but all children who have attended in the past are welcome to apply again!
Cost: Free. CSL Behring will sponsor two chapter nominees and one accompanying caregiver for each nominee to participate in the program. This sponsorship will include the coordination and cost of airfare, ground transportation in Henderson, Nevada, and hotel arrangements (attendees will be responsible for transportation to/from their hometown airport). This event is limited to the nominee and one caregiver only. CSL is unable to accommodate additional family members at any JNC related events.
Program Description: Developed by CSL Behring, the Gettin’ in the Game Junior National Championship (JNC) was the first and is currently the only national sports competition designed specifically for the bleeding disorders community. The JNC features accomplished Gettin’ in the Game Athletes who themselves have been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder. Go here to learn more.
VHF (along with other chapters across the nation) have been given the opportunity to nominate up to two participants, girls and boys, each selected for either baseball, basketball, golf, or swimming. Go here to read about Matthew Lee, one of the 2023 VHF nominees, who was the national winner in swimming at the 2023 Gettin’ in the Game Junior National Championship (JNC)!
During the JNC program nominees will have the opportunity to:

Choose from FOUR sports – baseball, basketball, golf, and swimming.
Learn about the importance of physical fitness in managing a bleeding disorder and receive instructions on proper techniques and good form.
Show off their abilities in a national competition with fellow nominees from around the country.
Connect and build relationships with fellow members of the bleeding disorders community.

VHF Nominee Application Process:

Fill out the brief application form below.
The child applying will need to answer one essay question and provide a heartfelt answer to the question “Why do you love the sport you chose and/or why would you like to attend the JNC?” (Length should be age appropriate and around 1-2 paragraphs.)
Essays must be original and written solely by the child applying (please, no parental help writing the essay!)
Submit the application and essay by the deadline, 5:00 pm EST, Sunday, June 23, 2024.

For an idea of the program expectations go here to read the 2024 JNC nominee information packet.
If you have any questions please contact Kelly at info@vahemophilia.org or 804-740-8643.

*Cancelled* RICHMOND - Educational Dinner
2024-06-20 18:30 - 20:00 | The Grapevine, Greek and Italian Restaurant, 11055 Three Chopt Road, Richmond, VA, 23233
This dinner has been cancelled, sorry for any inconvience this may have caused! Please email info@vahemophilia.org or call 804-740-8643 if you have any questions.

NEWPORT NEWS – New Family Support And Education Program
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, Virginia, 23601
Join VHF and HTC staff for a program for new families! What to Expect: This program is designed to support families of infants and young children who have been diagnosed within the last 7 years with hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders with community connection and education. We will gather in a private meeting space for informal education, lunch, time for Q&A, networking with other parents and children, and free admission to the Virginia Living Museum.This program is designed for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only) and there is no fee to attend.
Thank you to our program sponsors: CSL Behring, Genentech, VCU-HTC, and Takeda

NATURAL BRIDGE – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Education Celebration
2024-04-21 08:30 - 11:30 | Natural Bridge Historic Hotel, 15 Appledore Ln, Natural Bridge, VA, 24578, United States
To RSVP email heather@vahemophilia.org
The VHF Bleeding Disorders Awareness Education Celebration is an exciting new event that was designed to raise awareness, increase education, honor the hard work and dedication in the bleeding disorders community, and best of all CELEBRATE and enjoy time with friends and family in a unique setting!
What to expect: Check back here soon for more details!
Participation is open to those with an inherited bleeding disorder and their immediate family and/or household members who live within VHF territory as well as VHF donors, volunteers, friends and extended family.

Thank you to our generous sponsors:
GOLD SPONSOR
Takeda
CORPORATE SPONSORS
BioMarin, CSL Behring, DrugCo Health, Octapharma, and Sanofi
FRIEND SPONSORS
BioMatrix, and Cottrill’s Pharmacy

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

SPONSORS AND PRESENTERS REGISTRATION - Annual Meeting in Natural Bridge
2024-04-20 08:30 - 16:00 | Natural Bridge Historic Hotel, 15 Appledore Ln, Natural Bridge, VA, 24578, United States
REGISTER HERE
We appreciate your interest and support of our 2024 Annual Meeting, contact Kelly Waters at kelly@vahemophilia.org or 804-740-8643 for more information about sponsorship. Closer to the date of the event we will send a detailed email to all registered industry supporters and presenters. This email will include the agenda, booth set up times, what to bring, how many people to expect, etc.
Overnight accommodations at The Natural Bridge Hotel & Conference Center are available on the nights of Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th.

Saturday, April 20th (Tentative Timeline)
7:00 am – 8:00 am Exhibit set-up (for those that plan to arrive on Friday, April 19th there will be time to set-up your exhibit that evening)
8:30 am – 10:00 am Breakfast and visit exhibits
10:00 am – 4:00 pm Education presentations, visit exhibits, lunch and snack breaks, and more!
4:00 pm Meeting wrap-up

PLEASE NOTE: We will not make hotel reservations for speakers, Industry Agents OR Industry Agents who are Consumers. However, we do have a room block at The Natural Bridge Hotel & Conference Center and they will extend the group rate of $129. There is a limited number of these rooms and they will be first come first served. If you run into any issues, please do not hesitate to reach out to heather@vahemophilia.org.
How to reserve your room (Room block will close Monday, March 18th):
To reserve over the phone, please call the hotel at 540-291-2121 and reference the following information:

Group Name: VHF 2024 Annual Education Meeting
Group Code: 041924VHF
Event Dates: April 19, 2024 – April 21, 2024

To book online, please visit the following link: https://naturalbridgeva.com/natural-bridge-va-lodging/

For Industry Agents who are Consumers and a VHF Constituent – How to register your family: If your family members plan to attend the meeting go here to register them. As a reminder we still ask that you register yourself as an industry representative and make your own hotel reservation.
VHF makes every effort to ensure that the members of the bleeding disorders community are always able to make a clear distinction between its own activities and those of Industry. Further, it is essential that we create beneficial and pressure – free experiences for our community members, and to protect participants in VHF events and programs. Accordingly, VHF has developed a set of standards. Go here to read VHF’s Industry Standards.
Thank you for your continued support!

COMMUNITY MEMBER REGISTRATION – Annual Meeting in Natural Bridge
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-21 | Natural Bridge Historic Hotel, 15 Appledore Ln, Natural Bridge, VA, 24578, United States
RSVP Deadline: Monday, March 18, 2024
VHF’s Annual Meeting brings together the inherited bleeding disorder community to share information on a wide variety of topics and it is a great opportunity for networking and support for individuals and families.
Annual Meeting – What To Expect: The event will kick off Friday night with an educational dinner and a family fun movie night. Then we will begin Saturday morning with breakfast and time to visit with our generous industry sponsors to learn about the latest treatments and therapies, followed by education sessions on topics such as research and innovation, benefits of Tai Chi and meditation, Lyman Fisher Scholarship winners recognition, VHF chapter updates, and on-site childcare with A Helping Hand and children and teen programming with Camp Holiday Trails. Stay tuned for more information on the Bleeding Disorders Awareness Education Celebration that will take place on Sunday, April 21st!
Overnight accommodations at The Natural Bridge Hotel & Conference Center are available on the nights of Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th.
Educational programs, scheduled meals, community events, and Friday & Saturday night overnight accommodations are provided for constituents that live in the VHF coverage area. There is a $25 registration fee per household » Go here to pay your registration fee
*If you are a constituent that lives outside of the VHF coverage area and you are interested in registering for this meeting, please email heather@vahemophilia.org for more information.
Friday, April 19th – Tentative Schedule (Agenda Coming Soon!):
7:00 pm Educational Dinner
8:00 pm Family Friendly Movie

Saturday, April 20th
8:30 am – 10:00 am Breakfast and visit exhibits
10:00 am – 4:00 pm Education presentations, visit exhibits, lunch and snack breaks, and more!
4:00 pm Meeting wrap-up
6:00 pm World Hemophilia Day – Community Event and Dinner

Sunday, April 21st
8:30 am to 9:30 am Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Celebration Breakfast at The Natural Bridge Hotel
Time and Location TBD – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Education Celebration *Community celebration event is optional and is not a part of the annual meeting.

Thank you to our current Annual Meeting sponsors –
PREMIER SPONSORS

CSL Behring
Pfizer
Sanofi

PLATINUM SPONSORS

Accredo
Bayer
Biomarin
Genentech
Novo Nordisk
Takeda

CORPORATE SPONSORS

BioMatrix
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughter’s (CHKD) and the University of Virginia’s (UVA) 340B Factor Program
Cottrill’s Pharmacy
CVS
DrugCo Health
Octapharma
Optum
Superior Biologics
VCU-HTC

FRIEND

Hemophilia Alliance

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

2024 Camp Youngblood Application Due!
2024-04-10
Pre-Screening Link
*Wednesday, April 10, 2024: Registration will close, and no other applicants will be accepted. All parts of the online camp application must be complete.*
The Virginia Hemophilia Foundation (VHF), the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA), and Camp Holiday Trails (CHT) are teaming up again for Camp Youngblood (CYB) in 2024!
Camp Youngblood is a week-long overnight camp at CHT for children ages 7-17 with inherited bleeding disorders, their siblings, and children of members of the inherited bleeding disorder community that reside within the VHF or HACA coverage area. Kids enjoy a week of fun and learning with others that are faced with similar challenges and life experiences. Go here to learn more about the admission guidelines.
Dates: Sunday, July 14 – Friday, July 19, 2024
NEW THIS YEAR: Friday, July 19, will be “CYB Family Friday.” Camper families are invited to join in on all the fun starting at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided by CHT, and everyone will depart at 2 p.m. During this time, there will be a mini “family day camp” that will allow campers and their families a glimpse of Camp Magic together! VHF/HACA are looking into providing an overnight stay at a hotel close to CHT on that Thursday, July 18; in the pre-screening survey, please let us know if this would be of interest to you and we will be in touch with more details.
Location: Camp Holiday Trails, 400 Holiday Trails Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Thank you to our Camp Youngblood sponsors: Bayer, CSL Behring, Genentech, Grifols, Novo Nordisk, Takeda, and VCU-HTC
Thank you to our Camp Youngblood Family Education sponsors: CSL Behring, Genentech, Novo Nordisk, and Takeda

APPLICATION PROCESS
Open Enrollment Application: The Camp Youngblood application process is open enrollment and not first come first served. This will allow VHF, HACA, and CHT the chance to review applications and manage the roster according to the application/admission guidelines. *Must adhere to all application deadlines to be considered* Go here to learn more about the admission guidelines.
1. Pre-screening – This is required for ALL applicants, even returning campers.
The enrolling parent/guardian will fill out the short pre-screening survey to determine eligibility » Go here to fill out the pre-screening survey
Within one week of filling out the pre-screening survey you will receive an email from either VHF or HACA, if you do not, please email Heather at heather@vahemophilia.org or 804-740-8643.
If you are NOT eligible you will receive an email from either VHF or HACA letting you know the reason you do not meet the eligibility requirements and a link to the other summer camp offerings from CHT.
If you ARE eligible, you will receive an email from either VHF or HACA with a link to the full CYB application and other important details.
2. Registration –
Use the link provided in the email response to your pre-screening survey and fill out the full CYB application form.
The form and the application process are managed by CHT, if you have questions or concerns regarding this part of the process contact CHT directly at program@campholidaytrails.org or 434-977-3781.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024: Registration is closed, and no other applicants will be accepted. All parts of the online camp application must be complete.
3. Submit All Paperwork and Medical Forms –
Tuesday, May 28, 2024: All camp paperwork must be finalized and medical assessment due – firm deadline.
4. Confirmation and Registration Fee –
Thursday, May 30, 2024: VHF & HACA will email their respective campers and request written confirmation via email response of attendance or camper(s) will be removed from roster. Before removing from roster, every effort is made to contact families (text, phone call, individual follow up email). Registration fee link will be included in this email, to be collected individually by VHF/HACA. Registration fee is $25 per camper. Registration Fee Deadline is Monday, June 3, 2024.
5. Acceptance Email!
Friday, June 7, 2024: CHT sends welcome email to all campers with confirmed spots.

CHT COVID Vaccination Policy Update: CHT consulted with their Medical Director, Dr. Ina Stephens and CHT’s Medical Advisory Committee (MAC), and they have decided to update their COVID protocols for Summer 2024. CHT will no longer require campers, staff, or volunteers to be vaccinated against COVID. They will continue to monitor COVID and community health issues within their region and the impact on medically complex children. They strongly recommend families to speak with their healthcare providers about vaccinating their child against COVID and any other recommended pediatric immunizations.
Please rest assured that they will continue to implement rigorous health and safety measures – including enhanced cleaning protocols, monitoring symptomatic individuals, and requiring all campers, staff, and volunteers to complete a rapid COVID test during check-in on the first day of CYB. The Med Team and year-round staff are well trained to monitor and respond to any potential health concerns and they will remain vigilant in their efforts to create a healthy and secure environment.
We understand that this update may raise questions, and CHT encourages you to reach out to their Director of Programs, Caitlin Carroll, MSW at program@campholidaytrails.org.

Lyman Fisher Scholarship Application Deadline
2024-03-29
APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINES
Application Deadline: 11:59 pm (EST), Friday, March 29, 2024
How to Apply: Applications can be completed using our online application form or you can download the paper application form and email the application to info@vahemophilia.org.
» Go Here to fill out the application online
» Go Here to download the paper application
Letters of Recommendation: You will need at least two letters of recommendation from persons who are not family members. These are to be emailed separately to info@vahemophilia.org by the deadline.

One letter should be from an HTC provider, nurse, social worker, or someone who knows you well from the bleeding disorders community.
The other letter could be from your scout leader, minister, teacher, employer, guidance counselor, coach, etc.

Applications and/or supporting documents received after the deadline will not be considered.

ELIGIBILITY & AWARD
Scholarship Eligibility: Individuals living with an inherited bleeding disorder, their sibling or their parents who live in the territorial jurisdiction of VHF, which includes the State of Virginia, with the exception of the following: The cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, Manassas, and Vienna and the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudon, Prince William and Stafford.
Scholarship applicants must have participated in VHF activities.
Scholarship Award: Scholarships are one-year awards in the amount of $2,000 for a full academic year. While at least two scholarships are available each year, VHF is not obligated to award scholarships in a given year. The scholarships may be used at any accredited nonprofit college, university, or vocational/technical school in the United States and are to be applied toward a student’s educational expenses.
A student who receives an award one year may reapply in later years but winning a scholarship in one year does not necessarily mean that the student will win in a later year. Also, a student who applies in one year and does not receive an award is eligible to apply the following year for the scholarship.
Payment of Scholarship Funds: Scholarship payments are not distributed directly to an individual, but are made via scholarship checks, payable to the schools. VHF staff will work with the award recipient(s) to process the scholarship funds.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF RECIPIENTS
Scholarship recipients must enroll as a college student in the fall of the year in which the scholarships are awarded and continue in school for the entire academic year without interruption, barring illness, emergency, or military service. If a scholarship recipient leaves school during the scholarship period, VHF may ask for reimbursement of scholarship funds. Scholarship recipients are responsible for making certain that their scholarship checks are delivered to their colleges.

SCHOLARSHIP BACKGROUND
The Lyman Fisher Scholarship was established to honor Dr. Lyman Fisher, a teacher, researcher, and clinician in hemostasis. For many years, he directed the adult hemophilia program for Virginia. He will be remembered for his steadfast commitment to his patients and students, his respect for those who served under him, his community service and his affection for his family.

WINCHESTER – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Educational Dinner
2024-03-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Village Square Restaurant, 103 N Loudoun St, Winchester, Virginia, 22601, United States
RSVP Here!
Come celebrate Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month with your VHF community. There will be food, education, and community building! Dinner will be provided and there is no fee to attend. This event is for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.)
The topic will be: Expect the Unexpected – Prepare for Anything
Emergency room staff, including physicians, may have little experience in the management of patients with bleeding disorders because they are rare conditions. This presentation will help you avoid and prepare for a possible trip to the ER, anytime, anywhere—even when traveling or during a natural disaster.
Speaker: Morgan Cook, Community Education Specialist, Rare Disease – Hematology, Takeda

Thank you to our sponsor Takeda.
Space is limited and priority will be given to those members that live in the Shenandoah Region.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

RICHMOND – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Educational Lunch with VCU!
2024-03-16 12:00 - 13:30
This event has been cancelled.
Come celebrate Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month with your VHF community and staff from VCU-HTC. There will be food, education, and community building! This event is for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.) Lunch will be provided and there is no fee to attend.
The topic will be: Insurance Updates
Speaker: Lauren Dunn, MSW, Clinical Social Worker, Central VA Center for Coagulation Disorders at VCU Health, Virginia Bleeding Disorders Program (VBDP) Health Insurance Consultant

Space is limited and priority will be given to those members that live in the Central Virginia Region.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

ROANOKE - Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Educational Dinner
2024-03-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, 110 Shenandoah Ave NW, Roanoke, VA, 24016, United States
RSVP Here!
Come celebrate Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month with your VHF community. There will be food, education, and community building! Dinner will be provided and there is no fee to attend. This educational dinner for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.)
The topic will be: Drug Discovery & Beyond: How Scientists and the FDA Research and Evaluate New Treatments for You
Learn how new treatments are discovered and evaluated in this easy-to-understand presentation.
Speaker: Stephanie Torres, Sr. Account Manager, Mid-Atlantic, Hemophilia Gene Therapy

Space is limited and priority will be given to those members that live in the South West Virginia Region.
Thank you to our sponsor BioMarin.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

VIRGINIA BEACH - Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Dinner with CHKD!
2024-03-13 18:15 - 20:00 | Apex Entertainment Virginia Beach, 4621 Columbus St #100, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23462
RSVP Here!
Come celebrate Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month with your VHF community and staff from CHKD-HTC. There will be food, education, community building and bowling – a great way for people with bleeding disorders and the whole family to have fun and get moving!
This event is for VHF constituents (and their immediate family and/or household members only.) Dinner, arcade cards, and bowling will be provided and there is no fee to attend.

Space is limited and priority will be given to those members that live in the Hampton Roads Region.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

RICHMOND – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Community Event at Topgolf
2024-03-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Topgolf Richmond, 2308 Westwood Ave, Richmond, Virginia, 23230
RSVP Here!
Get active with your bleeding disorders community and help us to tee off Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month! Join VHF on Sunday, March 3rd in RICHMOND for education, celebration, community building and opportunities to enhance health and fitness at Richmond Topgolf. We look forward to exploring how you can take charge of your bleeding disorder and life, while having fun learning about the game of golf.
Event is free – lunch and two hours of golf will be provided. Participation is limited to those with an inherited bleeding disorder and their immediate family and/or household members who live within VHF territory.
With special guest Perry Parker!
Join Pro Golfer Perry Parker as he discusses finding your passion and working hard to meet your goals. Perry is a patient advocate for CSL Behring, who has taken part in three U.S. Opens and won five times on the Canadian Tour in a more than 30 years as a professional golfer. Perry continues to be active on the Australian Legends Tour and European senior tours. He also hosts an annual clinic for kids taking part in CSL Behring’s Gettin’ in the Game℠ Junior National Championship, a sports competition for kids and teens with bleeding disorders. Perry also will provide some golf tips at the driving range.

Thank you to our generous sponsors: BioMarin, CSL Behring, Genentech, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

VIRGINIA BEACH – Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month Community Event at Topgolf
2024-03-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Topgolf Virginia Beach, 5444 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462, United States
RSVP Here!
Get active with your bleeding disorders community and help us to tee off Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month! Join VHF on Saturday, March 2nd in VIRGINIA BEACH for education, celebration, community building and opportunities to enhance health and fitness at Virginia Beach Topgolf. We look forward to exploring how you can take charge of your bleeding disorder and life, while having fun learning about the game of golf.
Event is free – lunch and two hours of golf will be provided. Participation is limited to those with an inherited bleeding disorder and their immediate family and/or household members who live within VHF territory.
With special guest Perry Parker!
Join Pro Golfer Perry Parker as he discusses finding your passion and working hard to meet your goals. Perry is a patient advocate for CSL Behring, who has taken part in three U.S. Opens and won five times on the Canadian Tour in a more than 30 years as a professional golfer. Perry continues to be active on the Australian Legends Tour and European senior tours. He also hosts an annual clinic for kids taking part in CSL Behring’s Gettin’ in the Game℠ Junior National Championship, a sports competition for kids and teens with bleeding disorders. Perry also will provide some golf tips at the driving range.

Thank you to our generous sponsors: BioMarin, CSL Behring, Sanofi, Superior Biologics, and Takeda
Thank you to our Top Golf 2 hour – unlimited gameplay sponsors Colburn-Keenan Foundation, Inc.

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

WILLIAMSBURG - Women's Retreat
2024-02-10 - 2024-02-11 | The Williamsburg Lodge, 310 South England Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
This event is full. Please email heather@vahemophilia.org to be added to the waitlist.
This rejuvenating weekend retreat invites women affected and connected to inherited bleeding disorders to join together for education and to develop community connections. This retreat is open to women aged 21 and up with inherited bleeding disorders/carriers and/or to women whose lives are impacted by a bleeding disorder (i.e. caregivers, spouses, immediate family members). This retreat is open to constituents that live in the VHF coverage area.
There is a $25 registration fee for this retreat. This fee will go toward the cost of the retreat and includes access to educational programs, scheduled meals and overnight accommodations provided throughout the weekend. After you RSVP you will receive a separate confirmation email from heather@vahemophilia.org with a link to pay the registration fee. The deadline for registration and payment is January 19, 2024.
Tentative Agenda:
Saturday, February 10, 2024
10:00 am Arrival, welcome, refreshments
10:30 am Icebreaker
11:00 am Session #1
12:00 pm Yoga
12:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Session #2
3:00 pm Service project
4:00 pm Break, check in to hotel
5:00 pm Dinner (TBD)
Thank you to our Women’s Retreat sponsors: CSL Behring, Genentech, and Takeda

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

Richmond Days
2024-01-29 09:00 - 10:30 | General Assembly Building, 201 North 9th St., Richmond, 23219, United States
RSVP HERE

Richmond Days is back! Join VHF, the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA), and Healthcare for All Virginians (HAV) Coalition for an opportunity for those interested in access to quality healthcare to meet with their state legislators to advocate for issues that are important to our community.Open to all community members.
What to Expect: We have reserved the 7th Floor House South Meeting Room in the General Assembly building for breakfast from 9:00 am – 10:30 am. During that time frame we will try to schedule two in-person legislative visits for you – one with your State Senate office and one with your State Delegate office. There will be other advocates there that may attend the meeting with you and there may opportunities to join other scheduled legislative visits as well. For more details on how to prepare for your visits and on our 2024 legislative priorities, plan to attend the VIRTUAL Advocacy Education Training on Tuesday, January 23rd at 7:00 pm (go here to register.) Limited hotel rooms are available for VHF/HACA community members on the night of Sunday, January 28, 2024.
» Go here to download the 2024 VHF Advocacy Calendar
Thank you to our sponsors: CSL Behring, Pfizer, and Takeda

In-Person Events: Covid-19 Safety Guidance: For all in-person events VHF will follow CDC guidance for COVID-19 safety and prevention. This policy can be found here and will continue to be updated as CDC guidance changes. Please read and contact VHF with any questions or concerns at 804-740-8643 or info@vahemophilia.org.

VIRTUAL - 2024 Advocacy Education Training
2024-01-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
RSVP HERE

Join VHF, the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA), and the Healthcare for All Virginians (HAV) Coalition for a virtual advocacy education training program that will focus on the 2024 Virginia General Assembly. Join in and hear details about proposed legislation and state policy issues that focus on access to quality healthcare.This training will be in preparation for Richmond Days but you do not have to be registered for Richmond Days to participate. Open to all community members.
This session is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about advocacy and how it relates to the Virginia inherited bleeding disorders community.
» RSVP HERE once you RSVP you will receive the zoom link separately via email from heather@vahemophilia.org.
» Go here to download the 2024 VHF Advocacy Calendar

As we gather virtually to discuss, share and learn, we ask that all Virginia Hemophilia Foundation (VHF) virtual program participants be thoughtful in their interactions and follow video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement. Disruptions to a session may lead to the removal and/or disabling of the participant’s video and microphone for part of or for the entire session. Thank you for helping VHF ensure a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and staff. »Go here to read video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement.

VIRTUAL - VHF/HACA Camp Youngblood Information Session
2024-01-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
REGISTER HERE

Are you thinking about sending your child to Camp Youngblood at Camp Holiday Trails (CHT) for the first time in 2024, have questions, or would you just like a refresher on the camp experience? Join the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA), CHT, and VHF for a virtual information session via Zoom on Thursday, January 18, at 7 pm to learn more about Camp Youngblood – even if you aren’t quite ready to send your kids this year.
What to expect: Staff from CHT will talk more about camp activities and facilities; longtime Camp Youngblood parents will share their experiences with sending their kids to camp, and staff from VHF and HACA will be available to answer any additional questions. This virtual session will be a great opportunity to learn more and get all your questions answered in real time!
Camp Youngblood is a week-long overnight camp at Camp Holiday Trails (CHT) for children ages 7-17 with inherited bleeding disorders, their siblings, and children of members of the inherited bleeding disorder community that reside within the VHF or HACA coverage area.
» Go here to learn more about the Camp Youngblood registration process
» REGISTER HERE Once you RSVP you will receive the zoom link separately via email from heather@vahemophilia.org.

As we gather virtually to discuss, share and learn, we ask that all Virginia Hemophilia Foundation (VHF) virtual program participants be thoughtful in their interactions and follow video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement. Disruptions to a session may lead to the removal and/or disabling of the participant’s video and microphone for part of or for the entire session. Thank you for helping VHF ensure a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and staff. Go here to read video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement.

VIRTUAL – Virginia General Assembly Weekly Check In
2024-01-16 - 2024-03-05 | Zoom
RSVP HERE

Join VHF & the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA) for an informal, virtual General Assembly check-in. We will gather to get an overview of the past week’s events in the Virginia General Assembly and get insight from our advocacy consultant, Becky Bowers-Lanier, on what to look for, trends and any actions that will need to be taken about proposed legislation of interest to the bleeding disorders community. These check-ins are open to all community members.
Please note that these are informal weekly check-ins and if you register you are not required to attend all dates listed – feel free to join us for one session or for all!
WEEKLY CHECK IN DATES:
Tues., Jan 16, 2024 4:30 PM
Tues., Feb 6, 2024 4:30 PM
Tues., Feb 13, 2024 4:30 PM
Tues., Feb 20, 2024 4:30 PM
Tues., Feb 27, 2024 4:30 PM
Tues., March 5, 2024 4:30 PM
» RSVP HERE Once you RSVP you will receive a zoom link separately via email from heather@vahemophilia.org – you will use the same link each week.
» Go here to download the 2024 VHF Advocacy Calendar

As we gather virtually to discuss, share and learn, we ask that all VHF virtual program participants be thoughtful in their interactions and follow video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement. Disruptions to a session may lead to the removal and/or disabling of the participant’s video and microphone for part of or for the entire session. Thank you for helping VHF ensure a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting participants and staff. Go here to read video meeting etiquette and rules of engagement.
