Current Genealogical Presentations by Diane Henriks
Discover my current range of engaging and informative presentations, along with their descriptions. Each presentation is designed to provide deep insights into various aspects of genealogy, which currently include descendancy research, living people search, AI technology in genealogy, genetic genealogy/DNA, genealogy brick wall research, genealogy records and resources, family history publishing, beginning genealogy, and more.
Publishing Your Family History
History is a Social Science and every person is a part of it. As we learn about our family members and their experiences, we should be sharing their stories with others. Learn how to organize and disseminate your family's stories to family members and the public, to preserve your family history for future generations! |
Filipino Genealogy: Tracing Your Filipino Roots
Do you have Filipino ancestry and don’t know where to begin with your family history? Filipino genealogy is not easy, and with records and resources being scarce, it becomes even more difficult. Learn where to begin, along with the ins and outs of tracing your Filipino roots! |
Whispers from the Past: Uncovering Family Secrets in Genealogical Research
Every family tree holds secrets—stories left untold, hidden truths, and ancestral mysteries that shape our heritage. This presentation will delve into the captivating world of family secrets and the profound impact they have on our understanding of history and identity. |
1850 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1850 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1860 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1860 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1870 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1870 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1880 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1880 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1900 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1900 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1910 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1910 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1920 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1920 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1930 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1930 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1940 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1940 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
1950 U.S. Census Deep Dive
Take a deep dive into the 1950 U.S. Census record as a valuable genealogy resource, while diving into details you may have missed, may not even know about, or may not be quite understanding what each detail really entails, along with tips on how to make the most of this census record! |
Celebrating Your German Ancestry during German-American Heritage Month
Join me as I embrace and celebrate my German ancestry and honor my German immigrant ancestors, by sharing a little about it, my ancestors, and ways you can celebrate your own German heritage and family history, during German-American Heritage Month! |
Break Down Those Genealogy Brick Walls!
Have you hit a brick wall in your genealogy research and are at a standstill? A genealogy brick wall can be frustrating and discouraging, but it doesn't mean that the research is impossible! Follow me, while I show you strategies that can help you break through them to continue building up your family tree! |
Unraveling Family History with AI: Leveraging AI to Trace an Ancestor’s Journey, with Chat GPT (Free Version)
Explore how AI technology, exemplified by ChatGPT, can revolutionize your family history, by embarking on a journey through an ancestor's life, leveraging AI to uncover his story and shed light on the broader implications for genealogical research! |
Using the 6 W's in Genealogy: A Framework for Success
The 6W's are essential in genealogy, providing a structured way to think about various aspects of genealogical research and related tasks, as well as business tasks. This presentation takes a look at how the 6W's can be incorporated across different genealogical practices as a framework for success. |
Revolutionizing Genealogy:
Unleashing the Power of AI in Family History Research Explore the transformation of genealogy driven by AI with the role it plays in genealogy, AI tools in used in genealogy, how it's used in family tree building and validation, and how it can be used to break down brick walls, along with what's to come! |
Using Genealogy to Unlock Dual Citizenship: Beginner Strategies
Ideal for those new to genealogy and the dual citizenship journey, this presentation introduces the benefits of dual citizenship, walks you through the steps to gather essential genealogical evidence, and provides valuable resources to support your application process. |
Breaking Genealogy Brick Walls: Simple Strategies for Beginners
Discover the essential techniques and strategies to overcome brick walls in your genealogical research with this beginner-friendly presentation that will guide you through identifying common obstacles, utilizing basic and lesser-known records, and applying straightforward methodologies to advance your family history journey. |
Descendant Research for Beginners: Tracing Your Family Lines
Learn the basics of descendant research with fundamental methods for tracing descendants of a common ancestor, utilizing online databases, and leveraging social media to connect with living relatives. Learn simple, effective strategies to start building a complete picture of your family history. |
Using the 6 W's in Family History Interviewing: A Framework for Genealogy Success
The 6W's are essential in genealogy, providing a structured way to think about various aspects of genealogical research and related tasks, as well as business tasks. This presentation takes a look at how the 6W's can be incorporated into oral family history interviewing as a framework for success. |
Using the 6 W's in Genealogy Speaking: A Framework for Genealogy Success
The 6W's are essential in genealogy, providing a structured way to think about various aspects of genealogical research and related tasks, as well as business tasks. This presentation takes a look at how the 6W's can be incorporated into your professional genealogical speaking as a framework for success. |
Using the 6 W's in Teaching Genealogy: A Framework for Genealogy Success
The 6W's are essential in genealogy, providing a structured way to think about various aspects of genealogical research and related tasks, as well as business tasks. This presentation takes a look at how the 6W's can be incorporated into your professional genealogy teaching and coaching as a framework for success. |
Genealogy and Oral Histories: Capturing Family Stories
This presentation introduces beginners to the vital role oral histories play in family research. This presentation covers basic techniques for conducting and recording interviews, and shows how to preserve and incorporate these invaluable stories into your genealogical research. Perfect for those new to genealogy or oral history collection. |
Breaking through Genealogy Brick Walls: Top 5 Proven Strategies
This presentation will guide you through five essential methods for overcoming genealogy brick walls that will help you uncover hidden ancestors. Perfect for both beginners and experienced researchers, this session will teach you how to apply practical, tried-and-true approaches to solve your toughest genealogy challenges. |
Honoring Family History Through AI-Generated Music: Using AI to Tell the Story of an Ancestor
Discover how to use AI to create personalized songs that honor your ancestors and bring their stories to life. Learn step-by-step how to transform your family history into a musical tribute and explore the potential of AI in creative genealogy storytelling. Perfect for genealogists looking to add a unique, emotional dimension to their research. |
How to Do Your Genealogy for Free!: Discovering Your Ancestry Without Breaking the Bank
No, you don't have to shell out the big bucks to do genealogy! Did you know that genealogy is meant to be free for all? Discover how to do genealogy for free with free family tree building sites, free access to paid subsciption sites, free genealogy records and sources, free learning resources for genealogy, tips for effective free genealogy research, and more! |
AI in Genealogy 101: An Introduction for Beginners
This introductory exploration of how AI is revolutionizing genealogy, simplifies complex concepts, making them accessible and practical for those new to both genealogy and AI. Learn basic AI applications in genealogy, how AI assists in record analysis and pattern recognition, and learn user-friendly tools and resources for incorporating AI into genealogical research. |
Top 10 Tips for Using AI Effectively in Genealogy: Unlocking New Possibilities
Explore how to effectively leverage artificial intelligence tools beyond traditional genealogical databases with practical understanding, real-world examples, actionable tips, and best practices to empower you to integrate AI tools into your research workflows confidently and ethically. |
These lectures have been presented at the Texas State Genealogical Society Family History Conference, the Utah Genealogical Association Summit of Excellence, the Southern California Genealogical Society Genealogy Jamboree Conference, the Williamson County Genealogical Society Seminar, the Southern California Genealogical Society Lunch and Learn Program, the Whittier Area Genealogical Society, the Southern California Genealogical Society German Interest Group, the Aerospace Corporation, and many, many others.
