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SUMMARY:MAC | Wellness Workgroup: Navigating Stress and Creating a Plan for Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn many ways\, we have internalized the belief that our value and worth are tied directly to our productivity and what we can do for others. To combat the association of self-care with privilege\, we must be intentional in our practice as we journey toward wellness. This course helps participants understand the distinctions between chronic and acute stress and burnout\, identify contributing symptoms\, and recognize the impact of stress on overall wellness. We will navigate through the seven domains of self-care and create a manageable plan to increase wellness and prevent burnout in the workplace to foster a healthy work-life balance. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDistinguish the key differences between stress and burnout\nUnderstand the impact of stress on wellness\nExplore the seven domains of self-care\nDevelop a personalized wellness plan\n\nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-wellness-workgroup-navigating-stress-and-creating-a-plan-for-wellness/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20250324T192828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T192828Z
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SUMMARY:MAC | Transgender 101 for Professionals Working with Survivors Who Identify as Transgender
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nPersons who are transgender have become far more visible\, which is reflective of greater societal acceptance. Still\, of the letters in the “LGBTQ+ alphabet” (lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, queer/questioning\, “other identities”)\, the “Ts” (transgender persons) more often face unique challenges relative to personal relationships\, public interactions\, and many other things that cisgender (non-transgender) persons take for granted. \nMany of the challenges that “trans” and nonbinary individuals face occur when interacting with governmental entities\, particularly law enforcement and the justice system. Gender expansive humans are both fearful and distrustful of those with power who can adversely affect their lives\, particularly when they are crime victims or witnesses. Certainly\, while many professionals are well-intentioned and compassionate\, there is always a risk that their life experiences and biases may come into play when interacting with trans or nonbinary people. \nWhat steps can professionals working with crime victims/survivors take to make trans and nonbinary people feel welcomed and accepted? What actions or words should they avoid? How does “passing” or not “passing” or the absence of legal rights in many states play into a transgender person’s daily life? And what are the mental health effects of the President of the United States attacking trans humans? \nJoin national speaker\, diversity consultant\, author\, and retired civil trial lawyer Ellen “Ellie” Krug as she shares what it means to be transgender and offers tips on how to be inclusive toward anyone who identifies as trans or nonbinary. The talk will include some brief sharing of Ellie’s personal story\, along with basics about pronouns\, “passing\,” and other issues. Come with questions! \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-transgender-101-for-professionals-working-with-survivors-who-identify-as-transgender/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20250121T223746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T223746Z
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SUMMARY:MAC | Wellness Workgroup: Burnout Assessment and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this one hour workshop\, participants will complete the Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL)- Burnout Scale\, a short assessment that assesses for compassion fatigue and burnout. MAC staff will then guide a discussion about professional burnout and strategies to address it. Participants will not be asked to share their results\, only their thoughts and reactions to the assessment. Participants will gain a better understanding of where they are on the burnout scale\, and will learn how to use assessment tools to gauge change and professional growth. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-wellness-workgroup-burnout-assessment-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241227T203440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T203440Z
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SUMMARY:MAC Minnesota Criminal Legal Reform: Pretrial Bail and Detention Best Policies
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Justice Research Center (MNJRC) was tasked by the state legislature with researching and reporting on best practices regarding bail and pretrial detention. Their report is due mid-February and researchers Anna Hall and Anna Simonton will be presenting on their findings. The MNJRC reviewed other states’ policies\, met with stakeholders- including victims and advocates\, and analyzed policy from around the state. Find out what recommended best practices are in Minnesota and what that means for victims. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-minnesota-criminal-legal-reform-pretrial-bail-and-detention-best-policies/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20250121T223535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T223535Z
UID:10001072-1739966400-1739970000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC | Wellness Workgroup: Introduction to Safeguard
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMAC is now offering a slate of wellness programming\, including paying for group wellness sessions for our member programs. Called Safeguard\, these confidential sessions will focus on stressors and coping skills. By request\, a licensed clinician from the Minnesota Center for Psychology will come to your organization and provide group wellness sessions. MAC will pay for the therapist’s time and travel. Attend this webinar to hear from the therapists\, Teresa Knies and Erin Setala\, what to expect from the Safeguard program and why it might be beneficial for your staff. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-wellness-workgroup-introduction-to-safeguard/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241227T203730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T203730Z
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SUMMARY:MAC Minnesota Criminal Legal Reform: Community Supervision Reform
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Community Supervision Advisory Committee (CSAC) was created in 2023 and tasked with the goal of improving community supervision in Minnesota by providing the Commissioner of Corrections written recommendations for statewide standards for probation\, supervised release\, and community supervision. That report was submitted in December 2024\, and co-chair Kelly Mitchell and committee member Becca Muskat will present on those recommendations and the ongoing work of CSAC. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-minnesota-criminal-legal-reform-community-supervision-reform/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Investigation,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241227T175730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T175730Z
UID:10001018-1738238400-1738243800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Minnesota Criminal Legal Reform: MRRA
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLiz Richards of the Department of Corrections Victim Services and Restorative Justice Unit will present on the implementation of the Minnesota Rehabilitation and Reinvestment Act (MRRA) which takes effect in 2025. The act allows for incarcerated individuals to earn up to 17% off of their sentence by participating in recidivism reduction programming\, structured activities\, and demonstrating change. There are several points in the process that allow for victim input\, and locating victims will be vitally important. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-minnesota-criminal-legal-reform-mrra/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241227T175347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T175815Z
UID:10001017-1737633600-1737639000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Minnesota Criminal Legal Reform: Pardons and Commutations
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe newly created Clemency Review Commission (CRC) is now the first group to review and hear applications and requests for waivers. Previously\, all applications went straight to the Board of Pardons after being processed by staff. Carli Stark\, Executive Director of the CRC\, along with Gretchen Weinrich\, MAC’s Post-Conviction Advocacy Manager\, will present on this new process and what it means for victims. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-minnesota-criminal-legal-reform-pardons-and-commutations/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Case Tracking,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241106T221028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T221028Z
UID:10000980-1736899200-1737071999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Fundamentals in Victims Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe January 2025 Fundamentals in Victim Services Training is a virtual training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. Topics covered in this training: \n\nThe Neurobiology of Trauma\nAdvocating within Systems\nExperienced Advocate Panel\nOccupational Identity Management and Preventing Burnout\nCrime Victims’ Rights\nFinancial Assistance for Crime Victims\nBias\, Privilege\, and Oppression\n\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills. \nExpectations for the Virtual Format \nFundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work in breakout sessions\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 30 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nModules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate\, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants\, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all the modules. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-fundamentals-in-victims-services/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241104T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T183259Z
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SUMMARY:MAC | Loss of Life Cases: Advocate's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHomicide cases are serious in nature and can pose several challenges to a victim services provider. There are many dynamics that should be considered and addressed in order to fully support survivors. This webinar will outline those dynamics and provide solutions and ideas for providing mindful\, responsive\, and comprehensive services and support. Kelly Nicholson has worked as an advocate in the criminal justice system since 1995. She began in the Anoka County Attorney’s Office where she worked for 11 years working directly with victims of crime. Currently\, she is the Supervisor of the Dakota County Attorney’s Office – Victim Witness Program. \nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-loss-of-life-cases-advocates-perspective/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241104T183029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T183029Z
UID:10000971-1733311800-1733317200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC | Loss of Life Cases: Survivor's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLoss of life cases are serious in nature and can pose several challenges to a victim services provider. There are many dynamics that should be considered and addressed in order to fully support survivors. Hear from Kim Adams and Thelma Gaye\, whose sons were killed by members of the same family. Kim and Thelma did not know each other before these tragedies\, and since connecting over their losses they have become family to each other. Kim and Thelma come from different cultural backgrounds and their cases were in different counties\, they will discuss the variations in support they received\, and what advocates can do to better support survivors. \nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-loss-of-life-cases-survivors-perspective/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20241015T191709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T191709Z
UID:10000969-1730376000-1730381400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC | Rule 20 Evaluations
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nPresenters from the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office\, Sabrina Yates\, Anne Zimmerman\, and Jenna Bartelt will provide an overview of Minnesota Statute 611 and Rule 20\, an overview of civil commitment\, and delve into special circumstances within this process. The presenters will discuss the mechanics of the process\, how victim notification works within it\, types of civil commitments\, services provided\, and the various types of cases involved. \nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-rule-20-evaluations/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Statute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112751
CREATED:20221028T194924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T195410Z
UID:10000333-1667300400-1667307600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Hmong\, Spanish\, and Somali Language Access: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime hosts Pheng Thao from Transforming Generations\, Mercedes Moreno from University of Minnesota/Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC)\, and blank from Confederation of Somali Community in Minnesota to discuss providing advocacy to survivors who do not speak the same language as you. \nTopics include\, but not limited to:\n\nAccess to interpretation\nHow to work effectively with interpreters\nHow to advocate for competent and sensitive translation\nThe perils of advocates in dual roles as both interpreters and advocates\nHow to make sure legal terms are accurately translated\n\nRegistration\nOnline webinar. Register for free online via the Minnesota Alliance on Crime.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/hmong-spanish-and-somali-language-access-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Online Webinar
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