·        The parent workshop increases youth attendance.  The workshop gives parents that much more reason to get off the couch and give their children a ride to church.  When you add the parent workshop you’ve created more than a youth event.  The event now targets adults and youth.  Adding the adult element increases turnout, interest, and support.

·        One of the most powerful things you can do to change teen behavior is to change adult parenting behavior.

·        Educating teens AND parents shows better financial stewardship of your budget.  You are meeting the needs of two groups within the church and community without added expense. (Keith will conduct the workshop for FREE if scheduled immediately prior to or after the rally.)  Because of this increased scope you may be able to get help with funding the youth event from organizations or departments that would not be interested without the adult component.

·        Parents need to be told the truth…and the truth is most parents are dropping the ball when it comes to sexual guidance.  You know this, but you have to live with these people.  Keith can tell them the truth.

·        Offering the parent workshop increases buzz and media coverage.  You are not only having a “youth speaker” come in, but a parenting coach and author as well.  (Keith’s workshop is based on his book, Making Virginity Possible.)

·        You will be able to use Keith’s info sheet (Complete Parent Workshop Kit) to capture parents contact information in order to find volunteers, donors, and advocates.  Your organization will be STRONGER as a result of the parent workshop.