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Arts & Entertainment

Free Screening of "Miss Representation" Thursday

Miss Representation is a film that spurs important dialogue about how the media influences identity and self-esteem of our youth culture. Touching on everything from domestic violence to body image and relationships, this film is vital to raising the awareness of our community so that we may become a healthier society.

Free event- first come, first serve. ADULTS only.

After the screening, stay for a lively discussion with local professionals, including:

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Susan Dunn- Sonoma Advocates for Youth

Sergeant Tara Salizzoni-Petaluma Police Department- Teen domestic violence-Cyber Bullying/Internet Safety

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Melodese Mahoney- Dietician/Nutritionist-Kaiser Hospital

Rene Conrad-MFT- Counseling-Identity and Self-Esteem

Maggie Browning- LMFT- Guidance Counselor-

Michelle Minero- MFT & Founder of Eating Disorder Recovery Support, Inc.

Kim Lenz-Educator-MCCV Middle School

Denise Toll- Educator MCCV Middle School

Jennifer Parsons-Pritchard-Media Literacy Specialist

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