Guam: Ta Måmta Mo’na (Thriving Together)

October 28-31, 2024 | Tumon, Guam

AgrAbility Regional Workshops are a great way to network with AgrAbility staff and other professionals that have a role in assisting our clients.

AgrAbility Regional Workshop- Ta Måmta Mo’na (Thriving Together):

Building Resilient Farming Communities in Micronesia

October 28-31, 2024

Hyatt Regency Guam     

1155 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, GU 96913

This regional workshop was planned with and supported by the University of Guam Cooperative Extension & Outreach and the Western Regional Agricultural Stress Assistance Program.  This is a 2-day conference with a tour on day 3 focusing on mental health, physical wellness, and resiliency.  There will be general sessions along with breakout sessions, so that you can choose what interests you the most.  The tour on Oct. 31st will go to Valley of the Latte to explore Guam culture and have lunch and will then proceed to 2 local farms.

In addition to those who are interested in assisting farmers with a disability or long-term health condition, this workshop would be helpful to:

  • Service providers (VR, state agencies, governmental organizations)
  • Agricultural professionals (Extension, Farm Bureau staff, FFA, ag educators)
  • Occupational/Physical therapists, staff, teachers, and students
  • Assistive Technology professionals
  • Staff from other state AgrAbility projects and those working in ag safety, health, and wellness

Click here for the agenda

We have a room block at the Hyatt Regency Guam for $159 per night.  You can reserve online by clicking the hotel name.  You will then click Corporate or Group code and enter G-UOGT. Please note that the booking dates are only from October 27 – November 2 and cannot be booked outside this block date.  Please book early so you don’t miss out on a room in our block.

The Hyatt Regency Guam has a shuttle service from the A.B. Won Pat International Airport to the hotel for a fee.  Click here for more information.  There is a taxi counter at the airport along with rental car counters.  Click here for more information on transportation.

While Guam is a US Territory,  you may need to fly through Japan or another country to get there.  In that case you will need a passport to enter and leave that country.  Click here for Visit Guam’s planning your trip webpage

 

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