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Letter from the Governor of Oregon
THEODORE R. KULONGOSKI
OREGON
March 30, 2007
Tony Stroh
Director of Development
Children's Trust Fund of Oregon
1410 SW Morrison, Suite 501
Portland, OR 97205
Dear Mr. Stroh:
On behalf of the State of Oregon, it's my pleasure to welcome the 16th National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect to Portland. Although my schedule precludes my attendance at the Conference, I did want to take the opportunity to extend my heartfelt thanks to conference attendees for their dedication to the health and well-being of children and families.
Individuals who dedicate themselves to being champions for children are representative of what is best for humankind. Whether their focus is on early childhood, family economic stability, the child welfare system, physical and behavioral health care, juvenile justice, or foster parenting—participants' collective work to improve the lives of children and their families impacts not only the present, but the future. As Governor of Oregon, keeping children safe and families strong are among my top priorities. I am encouraged to know that so many others across the country share my passion for these issues.
My hope is that this conference will broaden perspectives and strengthen participants' resolve to continue their work on behalf of children and families. I also hope our visitors will take the time to enjoy the beauty of spring in Portland, and consider returning again to explore even more of what the great state of Oregon has to offer.
Sincerely,
Theodore R. Kulongoski
Governor
State Capitol
Salem 97301-4047
(503) 378-3111
FAX (503) 378-4863
TTY (503) 378-4859
www.governor.oregon.gov