WEBCAST: A Conversation on Early Brain Development with Dr. Judith Palfrey

Research shows that a child's early experiences largely determine the strength and function of the brain's wiring and provide a foundation for prosperity and sustainability in society. Join Dr. Judith Palfrey , Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and a Senior Associate in Medicine at Children's Hospital in Boston, as she discusses how the experiences young children receive in the first three years of life are crucial to future success.

This webcast is presented by United Way of Central Indiana, WFYI and Kiwanis International.

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