Douglas County NOW to host summit Oct. 25

The Douglas County National Organization for Women will host its 2014 Summit on the Status of Girls and Adolescents from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St. The theme of the summit will be “Identity, safety, accessibility.”

There will be a panel discussion with youth from Lawrence and Free State high schools. A breakout session with GaDuGi Safecenter, Willow Domestic Violence Center and Planned Parenthood will be held to discuss resources available and improving community support.

The event is open to all ages, and there is a suggested donation of $10. For more information or to register, call Jennifer Parson at 785-766-5318.