Our goal is to develop cultural awareness in the community by providing practical ideas and information for working with different cultures and abilities through amazing local providers and experts.
We want you to meet new people, learn more about local services and initiate the development of a local resource network.
Engagement and conversations in our community fuel a wider range of ideas, expertise, and life experience, helping evolve our world's collective knowledge and overall mindset.
CEO, Community Action Association of Pennsylvania
Beck Moore is the CEO of the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CAAP), leading a network of 43 Community Action Agencies dedicated to addressing poverty and its root causes across the Commonwealth. With over 20 years of leadership in the nonprofit sector, Beck is committed to values-based leadership, advocacy, and empowering organizations to drive meaningful change. A specialist in member-based organizations, Beck has a proven track record in membership growth and program development. His work in innovative initiatives within youth-serving organizations earned national recognition. Passionate about the health factors and social connections, Beck frequently educates on workplace culture, challenging assumptions, and the intersection of identity, geography, and health in the context of poverty. Beck holds a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education from Penn State University and a master’s degree in human resources from the University of Scranton. Actively engaged in state and national leadership, he serves on multiple boards and committees, including the Governor’s Advisory Commission on LGBTQ Affairs, United Way of Pennsylvania, and The Foundation for Enhancing Communities. Beyond his professional work, Beck enjoys fishing, camping, reading, and writing. He treasures time spent with his wife, their two young children, and their three lively dogs. He hopes one day to publish a book, sharing his personal journey of overcoming trauma and embracing authenticity to inspire others on their path to healing.
East Region Manager of Spiritual Care & Education/WellSpan Health
Rev. Dr. Arthur Brown is the East Region Manager of Spiritual Care & Education, WellSpan Health. He has worked for 10 years as a mental health chaplain at WellSpan Philhaven behavioral health in Mount Gretna, Lebanon County. He serves on the steering committees of the Center for Spiritually Integrated Care and the Belonging Team. He is also a 2026 candidate for board certification with the National Association of Professional Chaplains.
Rev. Dr. Brown is an ordained minister who also serves as Senior Pastor of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of Harrisburg for 20 years. He previously led churches in New Jersey since 1992 and has held numerous local and state denominational leadership positions. He began his professional career in college administration and instruction at St. Peter's University in NJ.
He holds a Doctor of Ministry from Drew University Theological School and a Master of Divinity from Virginia Union University School of Theology.
Session: The Intersection of Spirituality, Faith and Wellness
Supervisor of English Language Development (ELD)
Smita Weakland is the Supervisor of English Language Development for the School District of the City of York. Her leadership focuses on removing systemic barriers and designing equitable, sustainable structures that support language development, instructional growth, and meaningful partnerships with culturally and linguistically diverse families. She is committed to creating welcoming, responsive systems that ensure students thrive academically and socially while positioning families as essential partners in their children's education.
Session: Building Strong Partnerships with Families of English Language Learners
Owner/Diversity Works- C.S.C.T., LLC
Dr. Latinia M. Shell is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in teaching and counseling across school, college, and community/mental health settings. With a strong academic background, Dr. Shell holds a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology, a Master of Education in Counselor Education, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Her research interests focus on racial identity development, multicultural counseling, cultural competence, social and racial justice, diversity in school inclusion, supervision and training, and the intersection of physical and psychological wellness. Dr. Shell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), and an Approved Counselor Supervisor (ACS). She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Counseling at Grand Canyon University and is the proud owner of Diversity Works – Counseling, Supervision, Counseling, Training, LLC. In her private practice, Dr. Shell provides counseling services to individuals, groups, couples, and families, with a specialty in working with diverse ethnic minority clients and women in transition, addressing emotional, mental, and behavioral issues. Additionally, Dr. Shell offers supervision for counselors pursuing national certification and licensure, consultation on mental health and diversity matters, and training on topics related to diversity, multiculturalism, mental health, and wellness. She and her colleagues recently published The Education Pursuit of Black Female Scholars: How I Got Over, where Dr. Shell contributed a chapter titled “From the Projects to the Professoriate.” Dr. Shell was also featured as an expert on domestic violence in the Fatal Attraction episode "Jarring Jealousy" in relation to a case in Lancaster, PA. Her private practice, Diversity Works, LLC, has been recognized as the Best Counseling Service in Lancaster for the past five consecutive years. Dr. Latinia M. Shell is a dedicated counselor educator, licensed professional counselor, and private practice owner, making a lasting impact on her students, clients, and the broader community.
Session Notes: This presentation will provide a focused discussion on the unique mental health challenges within the Black community, including stigma, cultural influences, and barriers to care. This session will highlight strategies for increasing awareness, support, and access to culturally competent mental health resources.
Co-Founder, Someone To Tell It To
Tom Kaden is married to Sarah, and together they are the parents of four children. He lives in Mt. Holly Springs, Pennsylvania. Tom is the co-founder of Someone To Tell It To and he’s been the co-Chief Encouragement Officer, encouraging, supporting, and growing a team of committed, passionate, influential leaders. Tom has helped lead tens of thousands of compassionate listening interactions with people in the United States and in several countries around the world in the last 12 years. He loves using his genius of Invention to help create new ways of fostering human connection and Galvanizing to get projects through to completion. Tom’s deepest passion is to connect with all types of people in a way that makes sense to them and to help others achieve their personal and professional goals. Tom has become a sought after keynote speaker. He has co-authored four books, has written stories and articles for numerous publications, blogs, appeared in podcasts, radio and television interviews, and co-hosts the Someone To Tell It To podcast. In 2024, Tom was nominated for the Luminary Award by a Leadership program in Central, Pennsylvania. Tom was the recipient of The International Listening Association “Listening in the Business Sector” award (2019) and the “Hall of Fame” award (2024).
Session: Listening Across Difference: Practices for Deeper Human Connection
Someone To Tell It To
Angie Dickinson is married to Matt Dickinson and they have three children. Angie lives in Palmyra, Pennsylvania. Angie has worked at Someone To Tell It To for five years where she has provided oversight to all programming efforts–helping foster human connection for individuals and organizations. She uses her teaching background to create curriculum that is creative, inspirational, and educational. Angie has the genius of Wonder through the Working Genius where she finds tremendous joy in asking probing questions to solve problems. Where others see challenges, Angie sees opportunities for growth. She is also high in Enablement and enjoys helping others in ways that are truly helpful getting work done in an efficient, productive, and meaningful way. In 2024 Angie gave the commencement address for a Central Pennsylvania Leadership program she was a graduate of. She has been nominated for multiple awards by Central Pennsylvania Business Journal in curriculum development and leadership. Angie is a certified Yoga Instructor and enjoys exploring the intersection of listening to oneself and listening to others.
Session: Listening Across Difference: Practices for Deeper Human Connection
WellSpan Health
Gillian Grannum, PhD is a clinical psychologist at WellSpan Philhaven, the behavioral health network of WellSpan Health. In her professional work, she counsels adults in individual and group therapy, conducts organizational training and serves on various committees, and provides supervision for the psychology internship and postdoctoral residency programs. Her clinical and research interests include community psychoeducation, issues related to racial, ethnic, sexual, gender, and religious identities, integration of psychology and spirituality, and diversity and justice concerns. Dr. Grannum is chair of the WellSpan Philhaven Belonging committee where she provides leadership to efforts to foster belonging, equity, and justice in clinical care, staff support, organizational structures and policies, and community relations. She conducts trainings on justice and equity, suicide prevention, and self-care and wellness. Dr. Grannum received her doctorate from the Graduate School of Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA. She also holds a MDiv in Theology from Fuller School of Theology and an MEd in Urban Education from Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.
Session: Just Breathe: Soul Care for Managing Stress
Servant Steward
Mrs. Byler serves as Co-Owner of LeadersServe, a leadership development organization dedicated to equipping leaders and strengthening organizational effectiveness. Her work centers on providing culturally responsive professional development, supporting organizations in fostering inclusive environments that promote engagement, collaboration, and sustainable growth. With more than 30 years of experience living and working across cultures, she brings a well-informed, nuanced perspective to her practice. Her expertise enables her to guide leaders and teams in navigating cultural dynamics with clarity, intentionality, and respect, ultimately enhancing organizational culture and interpersonal effectiveness. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries and a Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership, which together inform her principled and strategic approach to leadership development. In addition to her professional responsibilities, she serves as President of asantY Community and is a member of the President’s Commission on Cultural Diversity and Inclusion at Millersville University. Her work and leadership are grounded in her core values of faith, family, and community. She is married to her best friend, and is the mother of three adult children, a mother-in-love two daughters-in-law, and a proud grandmother of two beautiful and bright little girls.
Session: Showing Up When It Matters: Community Presence
President/CEO of the Sexual Assault Resource & Counseling Center
Ali Mailen Perrotto is the President/CEO of the Sexual Assault Resource & Counseling Center (SARCC) of Lebanon & Schuylkill Counties. She holds Bachelor of Science in Social Science Economics and Philosophy, with a concentration in Women’s Studies from the University of Scranton and a master's degree in Community Psychology and Social Change from the Pennsylvania State University. She has worked as at local, state, and national agencies providing advocacy, information, and support around sexual violence victimization and prevention.
Panelist: Meeting the Moment
Founder, Juntos de Lebanon
Guadalupe is the Founder and Director of Juntos de Lebanon, an organization that provides educational and cultural services and support to immigrants in the Lebanon community. Juntos de Lebanon equips immigrants with referrals for health, social and educational services that help families and individual prepare for a new life in a new country.
Guadalupe is actively involved with Dreamers Movement, is a fierce advocate for Immigration Reform, and she collaborates closely with the Mexican Consulate on various community activities and events.
She serves a board member of the American Mexican Association and has served The Institute for Mexicans Abroad as a member of their Advisory Council. In her country, she is currently collaborating with the Department of Special Education on a project for academic integration of individual with special needs. Guadalupe holds a Bachelor's in Special Education, a Master's in Neurologic Rehabilitation and a Master's in Mental Health and Cultural Process with Immigrants. She is Specialist in International Immigration and the Mexico-United States Border.
Guadalupe enjoys dancing and working with children. She is a migrant women, a wife, and a mother. She was finalist for Remarkable Women in 2022, and has received the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce Community Builder Award two times. Guadalupe works to build bridges between services and the voices of those advocating for the rights of Immigrants.
Panelist: Meeting the Moment
Vice President and Government Relations Officer, WellSpan Health
Robert Reilly serves as Vice President and Government Relations Officer for WellSpan Health - an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care and serving the communities of central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland - where he implements government relations and legislative affairs strategies across all systems of care.
Bob previously served as Deputy Chief of Staff to former U.S. Congressman Todd Platts, who served from 2000-2012, and U.S. Congressman Scott Perry from 2012-2018.
Bob has received numerous awards for his government and community service in Central Pennsylvania. The American Hospital Association named him Pennsylvania’s 2025 Grassroots Champion of the Year; City & State Pennsylvania named him one of the top 100 Government Relations officials in both 2024 and 2023. He was named to the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2025 and 2023 Lobbyist Power List; was previously chosen as “Government Leader of the Year” by the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and “Appointed Official of the Year” by the York County Chamber of Commerce (now known as the York County Economic Alliance). He was also awarded the key to the Borough of Gettysburg for his service to that community.
Bob is an active community volunteer and has held leadership roles with countless community organizations.
Panelist: Meeting the Moment
Physician, WellSpan Health
Dr. D. Scott McCracken, MD, FAAFP, FAWM, is a family physician at WellSpan Community Health Center in York, PA, and serves as a medical director in WellSpan’s Primary Care Service Line. He has a BA from Wesleyan University, earned his medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine, and completed Family Medicine Residency training at York Hospital in York, PA. His professional interests are in clinical care for underserved patients and communities, including community health, LGBTQ+ health, Environmental Health and Climate Change, opioids and addiction, Hepatitis C, HIV, teaching, and workplace safety. He currently serves as the clinical lead for WellSpan’s LGBTQ+ Steering Committee and on WellSpan’s Opioid Peer Review Group, is on the board of directors for the Rainbow Rose Center and the York County Medical Society, and serves as chair of PA Medical Society’s Environmental Health Task Force. Dr. McCracken’s side gig is supporting his family and three busy adolescents in their pursuit of outdoor activities and music.
Panelist: Meeting the Moment
You could earn up to 5.5 CE Credits for this event. WellSpan Philhaven is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists, Pennsylvania Licensed Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed Professional Counselors.
Click on MORNING or AFTERNOON circles to your right to see the schedules.
Please join us for check-in and networking.
Beck Moore
Split-second judgments can quietly shape decisions, interactions, and outcomes often without our awareness. This keynote challenges leaders to recognize and interrupt those automatic assumptions, replacing them with intentional, culturally intelligent practices that strengthen trust, equity, and care.
Thirty minute break for coffee, stretching, brain breaks.
Dr. Gillian Grannum
When we are dealing with stress and uncertainty, “self-care” may not always be enough. We will explore how to move beyond self-care to the deeper concerns that help us to truly foster “soul care.”
Nyambura Byler
Change is inevitable. This session explores the role of compassionate presence in supporting and stabilizing New American communities during times of transition. It emphasizes how change, when approached intentionally, fosters growth for both individuals and organizations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for effective engagement, clear communication, meaningful collaboration, and sustained commitment when navigating change. Participants will leave equipped to strengthen every level of their organization and respond thoughtfully to evolving community needs.
Smita Weakland
Explore practical strategies for establishing and fostering meaningful partnerships with families of English Learners (ELs) through a dedicated welcome center. This session will delve into the experiences of the School District of the City of York, highlighting their successful implementation of a family welcome center to support LEP families during their integration into the community.
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Enjoy a fifteen minute brain break.
Tom Kaden
In a world of increasing diversity, the ability to listen well across differences is essential, but often underdeveloped. This interactive workshop introduces the “6 Steps to Better Listening” model developed by Someone To Tell It To and invites participants to practice these skills in real time. Through guided reflection, paired exercises, and group dialogue, participants will explore how culture, identity, and lived experience shape the way we listen, and how we can become more present, curious, and compassionate listeners. Participants will leave with practical tools to strengthen relationships, navigate differences, and foster more inclusive environments in their workplaces and communities.
Rev. Dr. Arthur Brown
This workshop will focus on how beliefs influence wellness, coping strategies and help-seeking behaviors, and on how care providers integrate faith-sensitive approaches for improving outcomes for care recipients.
Dr. Latinia Shell
This presentation will provide a focused discussion on the unique mental health challenges within the Black community, including stigma, cultural influences, and barriers to care. This session will highlight strategies for increasing awareness, support, and access to culturally competent mental health resources.
From Lebanon: Take 422 West to Annville.
From Lancaster: Take 72 North to 422 West to Annville.
From Harrisburg: Take 422 East to Annville
You take the bus! LVC is served regularly by Route 8 and Route 16. Fare on these routes is $2.00 one-way and requires exact change or a bus pass.
You can board/exit the bus right along 422. Lebanon Transit buses are all “flag stop” meaning a you can board/exit anywhere along the bus route. Just need to flag the driver down (to board) or pull the cord (to exit).
The Cultural Diversity Conference is an event of the Community Health Council of Lebanon County.
