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SUMMARY:NCJTC | Internet of Things: Privacy Concerns – What Communities Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes ubiquitous in our everyday lives there are privacy and security concerns that citizens should be aware of. This training will provide an overview of IoT and will teach law enforcement officials methods to engage with their communities to provide information about IoT privacy and security. Steps that community members can take to be safer with these devices\, and effective teaching strategies regarding prevention will be covered. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplore IoT device capabilities and features\, networking environment concerns\, firmware and actions to better secure IoT devices\nExamine the impact of IoT devices on communities\nIdentify effective prevention messaging techniques\nIllustrate effective techniques for IoT crime prevention\n\nRegister Through NCJTC\n*Register by Friday\, May 1\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-internet-of-things-privacy-concerns-what-communities-need-to-know-8/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
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SUMMARY:NCJTC | Internet of Things: Privacy Concerns – What Communities Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes ubiquitous in our everyday lives there are privacy and security concerns that citizens should be aware of. This training will provide an overview of IoT and will teach law enforcement officials methods to engage with their communities to provide information about IoT privacy and security. Steps that community members can take to be safer with these devices\, and effective teaching strategies regarding prevention will be covered. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplore IoT device capabilities and features\, networking environment concerns\, firmware and actions to better secure IoT devices\nExamine the impact of IoT devices on communities\nIdentify effective prevention messaging techniques\nIllustrate effective techniques for IoT crime prevention\n\nRegister Through NCJTC\n*Register by Friday\, June 5\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-internet-of-things-privacy-concerns-what-communities-need-to-know-9/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260413T165011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T165011Z
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SUMMARY:MN Judicial Branch | The Intersection of Domestic Violence\, Mental Health\, Chemical Dependency\, and Child Welfare
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDomestic violence frequently co-occurs with substance use and mental health challenges\, creating complex family dynamics that are often misunderstood by the systems responsible for safety\, treatment\, and accountability. When these issues intersect—particularly in families involved with the child welfare system—they can obscure patterns of coercive control\, complicate safety planning\, and result in responses that unintentionally increase risk for both survivors and children.\nThis training examines how domestic violence\, chemical dependency\, mental health illness\, and child welfare involvement interact within individuals\, families\, and service systems. Participants will explore how trauma affects both adult and child functioning; how substance use\, and mental health diagnoses may be misinterpreted as the primary cause of abuse; and how survivor coping strategies\, including substance use\, are often viewed through a deficit-based or punitive lens. The session also addresses the ways coercive control directly impacts parenting\, child safety\, and family stability\, as well as how system silos and conflicting mandates can undermine effective intervention and family-centered outcomes.\nUsing a trauma-informed\, victim-centered\, and child-focused framework\, this training encourages critical analysis\, challenges common assumptions\, and promotes coordinated responses that enhance safety\, stability\, and accountability. Participants will leave with practical strategies to strengthen professional judgment\, improve cross-system collaboration\, and support more effective decision-making in complex cases. \nLearning Objectives\n1. Explain how domestic violence\, mental health challenges\, substance use\, and child welfare involvement intersect and influence risk\, parenting capacity\, and system responses.\n2. Distinguish the impacts of trauma\, chemical dependency\, and mental health conditions from patterns of coercive control\, particularly in the context of child safety and family functioning.\n3. Apply trauma-informed\, multidisciplinary\, and child-focused strategies to improve assessment\, referrals\, and cross-system collaboration to enhance safety and long-term outcomes. \nRegister through the Minnesota Judicial Branch\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mn-judicial-branch-the-intersection-of-domestic-violence-mental-health-chemical-dependency-and-child-welfare/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260507T212101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T212101Z
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SUMMARY:IHS | Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth: Challenges\, Resources\, and Professional Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLGBTQ+ youth\, like all young people\, require environments that nurture their physical\, emotional\, and psychological well-being. They face unique challenges due to stigma\, discrimination\, and lack of understanding\, which can impact their developmental outcomes. LGBTQ+ youth can be at higher risk for suicidal ideation\, self-harm\, running away\, homelessness\, abuse\, and commercial sexual exploitation . These youth along with their families\, benefit from the support of compassionate\, informed professionals to provide services\, information\, and advocacy. \nThe LGBTQ+ community intersects with many other identities and communities. It is imperative that professionals maintain awareness of the intersectional needs of youth. In addition\, professionals supporting the needs of LGBTQ+ youth are having to factor in the rise of political initiatives to reduce or ban support of this population. This leads to ethical dilemmas and the risk of moral injury to the professional. Youth need consistent caring support from adults who are knowledgeable\, well-resourced\, and resilient. Professional self-care is critical so that adults can continue to provide ethical\, responsive care to the diversity of youth in the LGBTQ+ community. \nThis intermediate-level course is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other human services professionals serving LGBTQ+ youth. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth due to stigma\, discrimination\, and lack of understanding including intersectional identities.\nIdentify a variety of approaches and interventions that support the developmental needs of LGBTQ+ youth.\nCreate a list of resources for support\, advocacy\, and information to benefit LGBTQ+ youth\, their families\, and their communities.\nDiscuss the awareness and implementation of professional self-care so that providers can maintain the resilience needed to provide ethical\, responsive care to LGBTQ+ youth.\n\nRegister Through IHS\nThis training course if free but $10 to receive continuing education credits.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-supporting-lgbtq-youth-challenges-resources-and-professional-resilience-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20251008T200900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T200900Z
UID:10001360-1781395200-1781827199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2026 APSAC Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nFor over three decades\, the APSAC Colloquium has been a cornerstone for professionals and researchers working to prevent and respond to child maltreatment. Now in its 33rd year\, this go-to conference continues to bring together the field’s most respected voices and emerging innovators for a one-of-a-kind learning and networking experience. \nThe 33rd APSAC Colloquium brings together professionals\, researchers\, and advocates who believe that real progress happens when we connect across disciplines\, solve with shared purpose\, and bridge gaps in systems\, communities\, and understanding. Set in vibrant New Orleans\, where collaboration and culture meet\, this year’s gathering invites voices to come together -where various voices harmonize like jazz\, creating bold\, lasting solutions for children and families. \nFor the third year in a row\, the Colloquium returns to New Orleans—a city where scholarship meets soul. Attendees don’t just come for the sessions—they return for the connection\, culture\, and community. Past participants have paraded in second lines\, joined jazz-infused bar crawls\, and built meaningful collaborations over beignets and bold ideas. \nSchedule\n\nPre-Conference Institutes: Sunday\, June 14\, 2026\nAPSAC’s 32nd Colloquium: Monday\, June 15 – Thursday\, June 18\, 2025\n\nRegister through APSAC\nEarly Bird Rates end on Wednesday\, December 31\, 2025
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2026-apsac-colloquium/
LOCATION:Sheran Hotel\, 500 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20251008T202418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T202418Z
UID:10001363-1781604000-1781609400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Building Advocacy Relationships with Resistive and Reluctant Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will guide advocates to dive deeper into the relationships that they have with social services and law enforcement alongside the families they serve in the advocacy role. We will discuss the implications and intersectionality of “non-compliant” caregivers throughout a criminal case and/or child maltreatment investigation. The training will share the advocacy perspective rooted in the work of Ellen Pence and the Advocacy Learning Center\, bridging grassroots work of domestic violence to the child advocacy center field. Participants will learn how to better advocate for caregivers labeled as non-compliant\, resistive\, or reluctant. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-building-advocacy-relationships-with-resistive-and-reluctant-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20251008T202601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T202601Z
UID:10001364-1783382400-1783641599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Training for Advocates Working with a CAC©
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential training components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy and has been approved by the NCA.  First Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims. \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including: \n\nExamining advocacy principles through the lens of their organization\,\nChanging organizations and systems\, and\nCreating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.\n\nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem solving\, and decision making around the toughest issues in advocacy work. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-18/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001451-1784203200-1784206800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260507T212313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T212313Z
UID:10001592-1785499200-1785506400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Working with Angry Teens
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin our comprehensive professional course led by an experienced clinician\, designed specifically to address anger management in teens. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the factors contributing to adolescent anger\, alongside practical strategies and therapeutic techniques for effective intervention. Participants will gain valuable insights into creating supportive environments that promote healthy emotional expression and resilience in teens. Through this interactive session with case studies and hands-on activities\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and confidence needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals struggling with anger issues. \nAdditionally\, participants will learn how to identify underlying triggers\, recognize early warning signs\, and implement proactive measures to prevent escalation. Proven methods for de-escalation\, conflict resolution\, and promoting positive behavior change will be discussed. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify at least 3 factors contributing to anger in teens\, through exploration of the latest research\, case studies\, and real-world examples.\nRecognize early warning signs of anger in teens.\nUtilize practical intervention skills for managing and reducing anger in teens\, including therapeutic strategies such as de-escalation\, conflict resolution\, and proactive prevention techniques.\nIntegrate strategies to help teens identify underlying triggers to their anger.\nCreate supportive environments that promote emotional well-being and resilience for teens. the components of sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology\, and how to incorporate this information into work with children and families.\n\nRegister Through IHS\nThis training course if free but $10 to receive continuing education credits.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-working-with-angry-teens-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260507T213921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213921Z
UID:10001593-1785758400-1785765600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Working with Families Impacted by Parental Depressive Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis intermediate-level training is designed to support caseworkers\, social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other helping professionals who are working alongside families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. \nWhen parents suffer from mental illness\, the entire family is impacted. This training explores the effect on children when their parents have a Depressive Disorder mental health diagnosis. Participants will also engage in an exercise to help them have greater empathy for parents who struggle with Depressive Disorders. This training offers practical recommendations for facilitating support and change for parents who may struggle with their symptoms. Participants will also develop informal action plans to support their professional work with families. \nThis intermediate-level training is designed to support caseworkers\, social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other helping professionals who are working alongside families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. This informative session will include a didactic lecture\, group interaction\, personal reflection\, and time for Q&A.  \nLearning Objectives \n\n\nDescribe at least 5 key effects a Depressive Disorder may have on a parent’s ability to parent. \n\n\nIdentify at least 3 core strategies to work more effectively with families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. \n\n\nDevelop an action plan to assist them in their work with families impacted by a parental diagnosis of Depressive Disorder \n\n\nRegister Through IHS\nRegister by Monday\, July 27\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-working-with-families-impacted-by-parental-depressive-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260507T215116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T215528Z
UID:10001594-1787227200-1787238900@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Building Neuro-Inclusive & Trauma-Responsive Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour intermediate-level course is for an array of human services professionals\, including social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and others who are working in child welfare and related careers. \nPeople’s brains are unique\, including yours\, your colleagues\, and your clients. Neurodiversity describes the ways that unique brains process and respond to the world. Trauma can be a contributing factor to some forms of neurodivergence\, and being neurodivergent can result in increased levels of trauma. Human services work is complex. Using strategies that routinely support all kinds of brains increases the well-being and safety of everyone involved. Trauma Responsive and Neuro-Inclusive strategies go well together. We will discuss ways to incorporate these strategies at the individual\, team\, and organizational levels. This intermediate-level virtual course is for an array of human services professionals\, including social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and others who are working in child welfare and related careers. \nLearning Objectives \n\n\nDescribe the concepts of Neurodiversity and Neuro-inclusion as they relate to human services work.  \n\n\nDiscuss the way Neurodiversity and Trauma interact with each other\, impacting people’s needs and behaviors. \n\n\nExplain how trauma-responsive practices and neuro-inclusive practices support and build on one another to benefit human services work. \n\n\nRegister Through IHS\nRegister by Thursday\, August\, 13\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-building-neuro-inclusive-trauma-responsive-workplaces/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001477-1789646400-1789650000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260514T155958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T160224Z
UID:10001607-1790208000-1790467199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT 31st San Diego International Summit on Violence\, Abuse and Trauma Across the Lifespan
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe San Diego Summit is a unique forum for professionals across all disciplines and philosophies to gather for in-depth exchange of current information on all facets of violence\, abuse and trauma prevention\, intervention and research. We are one of the very few events that include researchers\, practitioners\, advocates\, survivors\, and front-line workers from all disciplines to share information\, discuss controversial issues\, and engage in difficult dialogues. Evident in our uniquely comprehensive programming\, the Summit focuses on linking research\, practice\, policy and advocacy to promote violence-free living for all. Opportunities for networking\, continuing education\, specialty certifications\, and more make this an event you don’t want to miss. \nNow\, more than ever\, IVAT emphasizes the importance of creating space for professionals to  gather and discuss vital prevention\, assessment\, intervention\, and treatment techniques\,  allowing them the tools to create change in their communities. Partner with us to help end the cycles of violence\, abuse\, and trauma. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify current state-of-the-science research\, innovative assessment methods\, and practice concerning child\, adolescent\, adult/elder abuse\, trauma\, and maltreatment.\nExplain the underlying dynamics and overlap of different types of traumas\, abuse\, and maltreatment.\nIdentify long-term effects of early trauma on functioning of children\, adolescents\, and adults/elders.\nImprove skills and techniques for helping children\, adolescents\, adults/elders\, and families recover from various types of traumas\, abuse\, and maltreatment.\nIdentify issues and effective prevention strategies for those impacted by abuse and neglect.\nEnhance understanding of trauma-informed care approaches and cultural perspective practices.\n\nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-31st-san-diego-international-summit-on-violence-abuse-and-trauma-across-the-lifespan/
LOCATION:Hyatt La Jolla\, 3777 La Jolla Village Dr\, San Diego\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T113000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260323T193119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193119Z
UID:10001533-1791280800-1791286200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Courtroom Advocacy for Non-Legal Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFor many families that experience child abuse\, pursuing legal action through the court system can be a step in their healing process. As community-based advocates\, ongoing advocacy may include guiding a family through the court system\, whether that involves criminal or civil court proceedings. This training helps participants gain skills and practical tools in how they can support families in the court process. We will also build knowledge on how the court system works and defines court terms that most laypersons may not understand without legal training. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-courtroom-advocacy-for-non-legal-advocates/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260324T181042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T181042Z
UID:10001545-1791460800-1791464400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Advocacy: Supporting Parents of Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis workshop will share strategies to help you model for parents what to say and actions to take in order to obtain needed programs\, benefits\, entitlements and services for their child with a disability. We will share possible barriers and strategies to hopefully help our families overcome those barriers so they can be the best possible advocates for their child and family.  The session will allow participants to share their own advocacy victories as well as get feedback pertaining to current difficulties they might be encountering while trying to advocate on behalf of parents.  It take more than a village these days\, it takes a universe of dedicated advocates to help our vulnerable families. \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-advocacy-supporting-parents-of-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001541-1792065600-1792069200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260323T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193000Z
UID:10001532-1792368000-1792799999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential training components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy and has been approved by the NCA. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims. \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including: \n\nExamining advocacy principles through the lens of their organization\nChanging organizations and systems\, and\nCreating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.\n\nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001452-1795089600-1795093200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T144841
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001542-1797508800-1797512400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-12-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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