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SUMMARY:GGSC Mindfulness and Resilience to Stress at Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Greater Good Science Center (GGSC)\, a research institute at the University of California – Berkeley\, has self-paced training that offers research-based strategies for building resilience to stress and fortifying our well-being in the face of challenges. It explains the biological and psychological impact of stress\, helps you distinguish between harmful and helpful forms of stress at work\, and provides strategies for handling stress in healthy and productive ways. \nThe course zeroes in on the practice of mindfulness\, the moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts\, feelings\, and sensations that comes without judging those thoughts and feelings as good or bad. In recent years\, there has been a surge in scientific research on mindfulness\, with many studies documenting the value and advantages of fostering mindfulness in workplace settings. This course covers the landscape of mindfulness science\, explains why it’s relevant to modern workplaces\, and describes how it can be effectively folded into your workplace\, drawing on case studies from several major companies that have implemented their own mindfulness programs. \nLearning Objectives\n\nHow stress can impair our performance and well-being at work\, and harm organizations.\nThe differences between healthy and toxic stress\, and how to leverage healthy stress for success.\nThe benefits of mindfulness for helping you build resilience to stress\, as well as innovation and team spirit at work.\nResearch-based strategies for cultivating mindfulness within yourself and your organization.\n\nRegister through GGSC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ggsc-mindfulness-and-resilience-to-stress-at-work/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Good Science Center":MAILTO:Greater@berkeley.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
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SUMMARY:OJP Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications For Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhether it occurred recently or decades ago\, trauma can influence the interactions that elder justice professionals\, including law enforcement\, have when working with older victims. In this webinar\, attendees will learn how trauma affects behaviors and emotions and the signs and symptoms of trauma observed in older adults. Attendees will learn how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations. A detective with the Cambridge Police Department will discuss how and why the entire department adopted trauma-informed practices. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-recognizing-trauma-in-older-adults-and-adopting-trauma-informed-principles-implications-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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:20241008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240927T175807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T175807Z
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SUMMARY:CalTrin Expanding Social Supports to Achieve Better Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDid you know that having social connection and support in your life makes you live 3.7 years longer than someone without support? Come to the Social Support workshop to learn what you can do to increase your lifespan and have a happier and healthier life. During this fun and interactive workshop\, you will learn about why we all need support in our lives. You will also utilize hands-on tools to assess\, plan for\, and develop social connections and support. Practical tools and techniques will be shared during the training to promote the expansion of support systems and connections. Typically\, system professionals do not recognize the development of support systems as an important component of their role. When families are struggling\, access to support is often the answer to success. This training is ideal for anyone working with youth and families that could benefit from creating a robust support system. \nParticipants will \n\nUnderstand the value and benefits of social support\nUtilize tools to assess social support\nPractice skills to enhance social support\n\nWho should attend: All staff of family resource centers (FRCs)\, child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs)\, community-based organizations\, and other child- and family-serving systems. \nPre-Work \nWatch You Can Save Someone’s Life Today | Dr. Julie Radlauer-Doerfler | TEDxMiami (12:51) \nRegister through CalTrin\nThis is an interactive training. Please be prepared to participate in activities such as group discussion\, break out rooms\, and/or demonstration. Your training experience will be best with the use of a web cam\, audio\, and a training environment conducive to active participation. \nThis training will NOT be recorded. \nCalifornia privacy laws mandate consent for recording conversations using AI applications. To ensure a respectful and secure learning environment for all participants\, AI assistants are not allowed in CalTrin training. We value an accessible learning environment. If you require an accommodation to support your learning\, please email us at least three business days before the training. \nBy registering for a CalTrin training\, you consent to be added to the CalTrin mailing list.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-expanding-social-supports-to-achieve-better-outcomes/
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:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20241004T192704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T192704Z
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SUMMARY:OJP Navigating Domestic Vioelnce Protection Orders & Extreme Risk Protection Orders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will explore some of the critical tools available to protect survivors of domestic violence: domestic violence protection orders (DVPOs) and extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs). \nThe discussion will cover the mechanics of seeking ERPOs\, supported by current trends and data\, as well as key points for effective implementation. Practical considerations will be provided to help survivors navigate the decision-making process regarding whether to pursue a DVPO or an ERPO\, ensuring that they are equipped with all the tools available to make the safest decision for their situation. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-navigating-domestic-vioelnce-protection-orders-extreme-risk-protection-orders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240830T194229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T194229Z
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SUMMARY:MNCASA OFP/HRO Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Training Description\nJoin MNCASA for their 2024 OFP/HRO Workshop. This workshop is intended for advocates who assist victims/survivors of sexual violence in filing applications for Orders for Protection and Harassment Restraining Orders. The workshop includes: \n\nThe basics of the OFP/HRO processes\nSpecific considerations for victims/survivors of sexual violence seeking OFPs/HROs\nTrauma-informed affidavit writing\nDrafting practice and review by real judges\n\nRegister through MNCASA\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncasa-ofp-hro-workshop/
LOCATION:MNCASA\, 161 Rondo Avenue\, Suite 1001\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA)":MAILTO:info@mncasa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240730T144329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T144329Z
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SUMMARY:MACMH Empowering Refugee Youth: Harnessing Interpersonal Neurobiology to Navigate Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInterpersonal neurobiology will be introduced as a framework by which clinicians and educators can understand how to work best with refugee youth with trauma backgrounds. The biology of trauma and relationships within the context of refugee experiences will be addressed in depth. \nThis training will address school-aged children and adolescents and is appropriate for Juvenile/Restorative Justice\,  social services professionals\, school system professionals\, and mental health professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will learn how interpersonal neurobiology conceptualizes the human experience within the context of trauma and development.\nParticipants can apply key principles of interpersonal neurobiology when working with refugee youth.\nParticipants will be able to articulate and identify interventions that promote healthy functioning in refugee youth with trauma backgrounds.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nZamzam Dini\, LAMFT is a trauma therapist and licensed associate marriage and family therapist. She is also a PhD candidate in Family Social Science\, specializing in Couple and Family Therapy at the University of Minnesota. Zamzam’s research focuses on refugee trauma and the intergenerational transmission of trauma in refugee family systems. Zamzam is also a second-generation Somali refugee. \nRegister at MACMH\nThere is 3 hours of CEHs.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-empowering-refugee-youth-harnessing-interpersonal-neurobiology-to-navigate-trauma/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20231214T204256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T200651Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Alaska Conference on Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe Alaska Children’s Alliance is proud to invite you to join us for the 2024 Alaska Conference on Child Maltreatment. The only statewide event of its kind\, this conference is dedicated to training those involved with Child Advocacy Centers and their multi-disciplinary partners. \nRegister through the Alaska Children’s Alliance
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2024-alaska-conference-on-child-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Marriott Anchorage Downtown\, 820 West 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T151500
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240717T162615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T162645Z
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SUMMARY:IHS Non-Suicidal SelfInjury in Children and Teens
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour online interactive course is written for social workers\, psychologists\, and other clinicians who are assessing the needs of children with significant safety concerns in the areas of self-harm to include SIB (self- injurious behavior)\, eating disorders (anorexia and bulimia)\, and NSSI (Non-Suicidal Self Injury). We will review the characteristics\, and behavioral indicators of these along with their accompanying predictors and diagnosis in this intermediate level course.  Current research on best practice for treatment will be reviewed.  The research-based concept of Self-Compassion will be introduced as a useful tool in working with these families. This will be an interactive online session with an opportunity for questions. \nParticipants will be able to : \n\nDefine Non-Suicidal Self-injury\, including disordered eating.\nIdentity self-injurious behavior as seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.\nDescribe the core ideas in Self-Compassion.\nEquip themselves with resources to support the clinical needs of their clients.\n\nAbout the Trainer \nLaura A Gaines\, MSW\, LISW-S is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and has over 20 years’ experience as a mental health clinician treating children and adolescents with a collaborative approach.   With a specialization in trauma and anxiety disorders she has in-depth experience with self-harm in children\, and teens including those with developmental disabilities. She is an engaging trainer who will bring you up to date on current research in the field. Her goal is to provide evidence based\, real life\, practical assistance to the parents and professionals who are the safety net for our vulnerable children involved in the child welfare system. \nRegister at IHS\nThere is three social work CE credits available for $25.00.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-non-suicidal-selfinjury-in-children-and-teens/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240515T164106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T210718Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Latinx Children & Families within the MDT Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nParticipants will examine the role of cultural responsiveness among the larger Latino experiences within the context of the North American system. Through the trauma-informed care approach\, participants will be introduced to common misconceptions when working with members of Latino communities\, in order to promote further healing. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand ways in which culture and privilege impact provider\, organization\, and system functioning.\nDiscuss individuals and systems practices to improve access to care.\nExplore options for delivering evidence-based models such as TF-CBT in more culturally resonant ways.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nElizabeth (Liz)\, Franklin MSW\, LICSW\, received her BAs from the University of Kansas in Spanish and in American Studies\, and her MSW from the University of Minnesota. Liz has worked as an elementary school Latino family liaison\, a children’s mental health case manager\, a school-based therapist\, and an outpatient therapist in private practice. She is currently the senior manager of community based mental health services at Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio (CLUES). Liz also teaches the Advanced Clinical Practice with Children and Adolescents course in the School of Social Work’s graduate program at the University of Minnesota. Throughout her career\, she has focused on working with kids and families\, often in under-served communities\, who have experienced complex trauma and/or symptoms of anxiety\, depression\, Autism\, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder\, and other learning or developmental differences. Liz is fluent in Spanish and primarily works with first\, second\, and subsequent generations of Latina/o/x immigrants. Reducing barriers to inclusive\, culturally responsive services through provider development has been a core part of Liz’s work. Her professional experiences have demonstrated to her the importance and difficulty of navigating mental health\, educational\, and social service systems\, and she is passionate about helping families and caregivers understand and work with the multiple systems that impact their children in a more empowered way. \nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits \nContinuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. \nContact Info \nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-latinx-children-families-within-the-mdt-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
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SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T200515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200515Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness Mind the Gap
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDesigned for advocates who have already completed a full 24-hour Advocacy Training\, Mind the Gap adds to the fundamentals of victim advocacy as laid out in the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation training standard set forth by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This training has been approved by the NCA. \nDuring the training\, advocates will learn about Victim Rights and Compensation\, Cultural Responsiveness and Addressing Explicit Bias\, Caregiver Resilience\, Domestic Violence and Polyvictimization\, and Referral methods. Trainers will teach participants how to put these principles into practice action through hands-on activities\, real-life examples\, and discussion. \nMind the Gap was developed by Family Advocates and Trainers at First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, MN. First Witness’ 24-hour Training for Advocates Working with a CAC is available for advocates who have not yet received the fundamental advocacy training as laid out by the NCA. \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-mind-the-gap-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240730T152629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T152646Z
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGain an introduction into the psychology\, or mindset\, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia\, such as exhibitionism\, voyeurism\, fetishism\, and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases. This training is suitable for community correction officers\, law enforcement\, prosecutors\, and social workers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify the psychology\, mindset and types of sex offenders\nApply investigative strategies to sexually motivated crimes\nUnderstand classifications and personality traits which help identify key points in an abuser’s statement and behavior\nPerform quality investigations and interviews for successful prosecutions\n\nHighlighted topics include:\n\nSituational vs. Preferential Sex Offenders and Paraphilia\nSexual Addiction\nChild Molesters\nCase Studies\nFemale Sex Offenders and Typologies for Female Child Molesters\nRapist Typologies with Case Studies\n\nAbout the Trainer\nBill Carson is the Chief of Police for the Maryland Heights (MO) Police Department. He has more than forty years of experience as a police officer in the St. Louis metropolitan area\, and has served sixteen years in criminal investigation units as a detective\, a supervisor and eventually a commander\, having experience in juvenile\, sex crimes\, homicide\, and undercover narcotics & vice investigations. In addition to this experience\, he has received several hundred hours of specialized training related to the investigation of sex crimes. \nRegister at NCJTC\nThis fee includes 16 hours of training\, program materials and instructional costs. Participants are responsible for costs and arrangements related to meals\, travel\, and lodging.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-sexual-offenses-mind-and-motiviation/
LOCATION:Georgetown Police Department\, 3500 D B Wood Rd\, Georgetown\, TX\, 78628\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T200325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200325Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness | Recantation: Why Does It Happen and What Do We Do?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will discuss the dynamics behind recantations of child abuse disclosures\, both in forensic interviews and outside of forensic interviews. This session will review frequently asked questions about recantation\, such as “why does recantation happen?”\, “can we avoid recantation?” “how do we minimize the likelihood of recantation”\, and “what do we do now?”. Participants will leave with an understanding of recantation and child abuse dynamics\, follow-up recantation forensic interviews\, and next steps for investigative team members in child abuse cases that involve full and partial recantations/retractions of children’s statements. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-recantation-why-does-it-happen-and-what-do-we-do/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240813T185505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194745Z
UID:10000922-1723730400-1723737600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Historical Trauma\, Toxic Stress\, and Indigenous Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin us as we “Connect the Dots” in understanding how ongoing Historical Trauma and Toxic Stress not only directly impact our Indigenous Communities\, but our broader society as well. As helping professionals\, it is our duty to understand the neuroscience and epigenetics behind toxic stress\, to understand the current day implications\, and to find ways to make paradigm shifts in the way we do the work as well as in the way our systems and policies are impacting our community members. The impact of colonization\, historical trauma\, intergenerational adversities\, childhood trauma\, ongoing racism and discriminatory practices continue to challenge us; it is only when we look holistically at what our society\, communities\, families and individuals need that we will be able to overcome these challenges.\nAbout the Trainer\nLinsey McMurrin\, a citizen of the Leech Lake Nation of Ojibwe\, is committed to the ongoing process of integrating trauma-sensitive\, equity driven\, restoratively based and culturally responsive approaches into the organizations\, institutions\, systems and policies throughout our communities and beyond in order to cultivate environments in which everyone can find pathways to healing and success. She believes a firm understanding of the root causes of the contemporary issues we face as a society today is paramount to making true and lasting change that is necessary for individuals\, families and communities to thrive. Linsey centers her approach around the importance of building relationship through authentic connection and empathetic listening\, as these are the building blocks of cultivating the thriving and inclusive communities we all want for our children\, both now and for generations to come.\nRegistration is Free!\n\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \n\nContinuing Education Credits\nSocial work continuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nCancellation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. Please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/historical-trauma-toxic-stress-and-indigenous-communities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T183753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T183753Z
UID:10000868-1723507200-1723766399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \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: conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \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\nPlease note that this is a hybrid format.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-10/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240625T210331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T210331Z
UID:10000892-1723114800-1723120200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bikers Against Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime and the Alliance are partnering together on this training opportunity to learn about Bikers Against Child Abuse. \nBikers Against Child Abuse\, Inc. (B.A.C.A.) is a non-profit\, 501-C-3 tax exempt organization that exists to provide aid\, comfort\, safety\, and support for children that have been sexually\, physically\, and emotionally abused. They are dedicated to the principle that one of the basic rights of childhood is to be safe and protected\, and when the child’s family or environment have failed them\, they stand ready to provide it to them. \nBACA recently worked with a family in Dakota county and helped the child\, or “hero” as BACA refers to them\, through the court process. Orca\, the Vice President of the Great Rivers chapter of BACA will present on how BACA works\, and Jennifer Malm of Dakota county will discuss the impact these bikers had on the child victim. \nRegister through MAC\nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/bikers-against-child-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T201712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201712Z
UID:10000880-1722603600-1722610800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInstitute for Human Services (IHS) is presenting a two-hour intermediate level\, live virtual course on Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders. This training is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologist\, and other helping professionals who treat youth. \nThis training delves into the realm of youth depression\, highlighting various types of major depression. Participants will learn to differentiate between youth who are “down” and youth who have a depressive disorder. This training discusses protective factors that can help depressed youth enhance their overall sense of well-being. Participants will learn interactive techniques designed to help youth explore how to think about the aspects of depression they struggle with. This training will also explore how to handle common challenges and create healthy motivation and provide numerous practical suggestions on how to support individuals grappling with depression. These suggestions are youth friendly and will focus on making small but sustainable lifestyle changes. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between the youth with the blues and youth depressive disorder diagnoses.\nDevelop at least three strategies to utilize a youth’s protective factors to help mitigate their depression and enhance overall well-being.\nImplement at least three strategies to support young individuals experiencing depressive symptoms.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. \nRegister Through IHS\nThis training is approved for two social work continuing education credits. \nNote: This course is offered via Zoom for a $10 training fee or $20 with 2 CE credits. A few days prior to the session you will receive connectivity instructions via email. To earn CE credits\, participants must attend the session in its entirety\, remain on camera\, complete an evaluation\, and pay the training and CE fees at the time of registration. Questions? Email training@ihs-trainet.com or contact our office at 614-251-6000 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT. If you need additional accessibility supports\, please contact us in advance of the training to make necessary arrangements.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-and-treating-youth-depressive-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,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:20240802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212812Z
UID:10000885-1722587400-1722601800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-02/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212812Z
UID:10000884-1722501000-1722515400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240416T153426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T153426Z
UID:10000849-1722297600-1722470399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Community Action Plan for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in community corrections officer\, court system personnel\, educators\, emergency management\, law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, Tribes/Tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \nJoin other child-serving professionals to create a plan of action for preventing child sexual abuse of youth in your care. Learn the signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\, mandated reporter and stakeholder responsibilities. Identify strengths and weaknesses of current prevention practices\, and develop an action plan\, using the Strategic Prevention Dashboard\, for your organization. This course is open to all members of child-serving organizations such as preschools\, after-school care\, summer camps\, church groups\, athletic associations or others responsible for the care of minors. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nIdentify signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\nIdentify community stakeholders and define their roles in preventing child sexual abuse\nDefine Mandated Reporter and their legal and ethical responsibilities\nIdentify strengths and weaknesses of stakeholder current prevention practices\nCreate an action plan to improve the prevention of child sexual abuse within your organization/agency (internally) and throughout your community (externally)\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by June 27\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/creating-a-community-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-child-sexual-abuse-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000634-1721912400-1721916000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-07-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T160717Z
UID:10000865-1721818800-1721822400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Impacts of Historical Trauma: How Collective Experience Shapes Current Responses to Systems
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is presenting a training with Dr. Anjali Nandi. \nThis 60-minute webinar delves into the profound impact of historical trauma on various cultural and ethnic communities and explores the ways these traumas intersect with the criminal legal system. Participants will gain an understanding of how historical events have shaped collective experiences and fostered distrust in systems meant to serve and protect. Through a combination of historical context and contemporary examples\, this webinar aims to provide a starting point for deeper exploration and understanding. Participants will leave equipped with knowledge to better support clients facing these barriers and to foster a more empathetic and informed approach in their practice. \nRegister through MAC\nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/impacts-of-historical-trauma-how-collective-experience-shapes-current-responses-to-systems/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240416T150236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T150236Z
UID:10000846-1721217600-1721224800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS What's new in Foster Licensing for Kin?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA new federal rule gives states the flexibility to establish approval standards and policies for kin foster homes that differ from those required for “traditional” foster homes. As a result\, many jurisdictions are re-imagining the kinship licensing process to reflect the unique strengths\, needs and circumstances of kin caregivers. In this session we will review the new rule – it’s rationale\, what it means and what it doesn’t mean. We will explore the recommended model standards created by national organizations and identify some of the key areas states are most commonly addressing as they update requirement for kin foster parents. Time will be built in for discussion and sharing among participants. \nThis intermediate two-hour live\, virtual course is appropriate for social workers\, CPS staff and administrators\, licensing specialists\, and others connected to kinship care. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe key provisions of the new federal rule on approval standards for kinship foster homes.\nConsider how they can integrate into their own work elements of the model standards recommended by national organizations.\nImplement state and local updates to the kinship approval process with an awareness of the rationale for a kin-specific approval process.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nMaureen Heffernan\, MSSA\, LISW-S is an independent child welfare consultant and trainer. She has worked across the United States assisting child welfare jurisdictions to achieve better and more equitable outcomes for vulnerable children\, youth\, and their families. Her focus areas include kinship care\, family search and engagement\, youth permanency\, foster care\, and the recruitment\, development and support of foster and adoptive families. She has extensive work experience in public and private child welfare settings\, including direct service\, supervision\, and leadership positions. \nRegister through IHS\nThere are two social work continuing credits available ($20).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-whats-new-in-foster-licensing-for-kin/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,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:20240716T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240716T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20230927T170152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170152Z
UID:10000513-1721138400-1721143800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWestern Regional Children’s Advocacy Center WRCAC is pleased to begin hosting virtual Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums. Each forum starts in a large-group format with an introduction to the topic. Participants are placed in Zoom breakout rooms of five to six to allow for small group discussions and resource sharing and support. Participants are encouraged to share work experiences and challenges in small groups and solicit feedback from peers. At the end\, participants are brought back together in one large group for a Q&A with the experts. \nTargeted Audience\nSupport and partnerships between victim advocates and mental health staff can be critical elements in serving children and families seen at children’s advocacy centers (CAC). Victim advocates and mental health clinicians are encouraged to attend as a team to provide the best opportunity for joint learning and rich discussion in sharing best practices in the partnership role. \nThis forum is intended to support and inform those relationships with presentations and discussions on topics that impact both disciplines and help us to understand: \n\nHow is the work similar?\nHow is it different?\nWhere do things intersect to provide the highest quality and most efficient client care?\n\nParticipation is open to eligible clinicians throughout the US. \nFacilitators\n\nAmelia Siders\, PhD\, State Chapter Liaison\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\nSalli Kerr\, Training Specialist\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\n\nLearning Objectives\nAs a result of this forum\, participants will: \n\nReceive informal peer consultation around issues of importance\nHave the opportunity to share best practices with other advocates and clinicians and develop ways to be supportive of one another in their work\nGain resources and ideas from presenters\, clinicians\, and advocates to support their work with children and families\n\nSchedule\nThe Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forms are scheduled as follows: \n\nOctober 17\, 2023 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Confidentiality Best Practices\nJanuary 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Screening and Assessment\nApril 23\, 2024 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Topic TBD\nJuly 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Topic TBD\n\n*Please note times vary to accommodate participants from across multiple time zones. \nRegister through WRCAC\nIf you have questions regarding this event\, contact Kelsey Roberts at kroberts2@rchsd.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/victim-advocate-and-mental-health-partnerships-peer-consultation-forums/2024-07-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20250528T205202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T205202Z
UID:10001186-1720569600-1720655999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with a disability are at high risk for victimization. Forensic interviewers well trained in their discipline may lack confidence when speaking with a child with a disability\, as it is unrealistic to expect that an interviewer be well-versed in the impact of the wide variety of disabilities on a child’s behavioral\, cognitive\, linguistic\, and emotional functioning. This training will address pre-interview preparation\, collaboration with investigative partners\, interview adaptations\, and the importance of critical thinking decisions through the forensic interview. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Monday\, August 25\, 2025!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-a-disability-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240710
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T212418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212418Z
UID:10000881-1720396800-1720569599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC | Presenting Evidence in Child Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExplore how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence and exploitation cases. Learn how to present different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview approach. Discuss the implications of presenting child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Practice techniques and develop skills to present different types of evidence in child forensic interviews. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse\, witnessing violence\, and exploitation cases.\nPresent different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered\, trauma-informed\, and legally defendable forensic interview.\n\nRegister through NCJTC\n\n\n\n\nTuition/instructional costs\, as well as course materials\, are provided by the Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program. For in-person training\, attendees are responsible for making and funding their costs of attendance\, including but not limited to lodging\, travel\, meals\, incidentals\, etc.\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite\n\nHave completed an NCA approved 5 day basic Forensic Interview course or its equivalent\nBe regularly conducting Forensic Interviews in your current role\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-presenting-evidence-in-child-forensic-interviews-2/
LOCATION:Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center\, 5351 Samuell Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240415T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T191518Z
UID:10000838-1719489600-1719496800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Intersection of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Neurodevelopmental Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nThe intersection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) and Neurodevelopmental Conditions is complex. Some neurodevelopmental conditions such as Down Syndrome have a strong genetic component. Others have long been strongly associated with ACE’s including conduct problems\, and depression. More current research indicates there is an association between ACE’s and intellectual disability\, anxiety\, and ADHD as well.  Family stressors significantly impact children with NDC’s as they are less able to modulate their individual stress responses. Families\, in turn\, may experience increased stress due to the demands of parenting a child with NDC’s. ACE’s can delay the diagnosis of children’s conditions interfering with the start of needed services. \nThis will look at the current research on these topics and identify the implications for working with children and families facing these complicated concerns. Families and systems get stuck in a vicious cycle of reaction and frustration. By mapping out the possible connections we can work with a family or system to identify opportunities for positive intervention. \n\n\n\nThis intermediate-level\, live course is appropriate for all human services professionals supporting those with Neurodevelopmental conditions and adverse childhood experiences. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDiscuss the intersection of genetic and environmental risk factors in the development of neurodevelopmental conditions.\nDescribe the complex interaction between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Neurodevelopmental conditions.\nIdentify practice implications for working with children and families impacted by both ACE’s and Neurodevelopmental conditions.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLaura has twenty years of experience as a child and adolescent mental health clinician and Crisis Text Line volunteer. Laura worked with children\, their parents and their school districts to diagnose\, treat and manage anxiety disorders in children at home and in the community. Her goal was to empower even the youngest child to find ways to “shrink the worry monster” so that they could focus on having fun\, building relationships\, and learning. Trainer and researcher regarding resilience as an individual and community skill. Laura provides clinical consultation regarding child and adolescent mental health. Her trainings focus on child development\, mental health\, developmental disabilities\, ethics\, trauma-informed care\, resilience\, and each person’s individual solutions to life’s challenges. \nRegister through IHS\nThere is two social work continuing education credits available ($20).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-intersection-of-adverse-childhood-experiences-and-neurodevelopmental-conditions/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224706
CREATED:20240604T190237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T190237Z
UID:10000874-1718971200-1718974800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Summer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Series Overview\nCornerHouse is presenting four-days of virtual webinars over lunch period that will address a range of topics by their best trainers. Attendees can attend any or all the webinars for free. \nThe Presentation and Impact of Trauma on Children in Various Developmental Stages: What Might It Look Like and How Can We Respond?\nMonday\, June 17\,2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: CornerHouse Mental Health Team\nJoin CornerHouse therapists for a presentation on child development and how what we expect at different ages could be impacted by experiences of abuse and trauma. Brush up on your knowledge of expected child development during key stages while learning how those expected behaviors and abilities may change or look when a child has experienced and/or witnessed sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, or domestic violence. And don’t fret if you’re wondering\, “Ok\, and what do I do if I’m noticing these in a child?”  We’ll discuss some key ways you can respond and intervene\, as well as recommendations for when/how to seek additional help from mental health service providers. \nDon’t Take It Personally: Recognizing and Understanding Stress and Trauma Triggers\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Jane Straub\, Training Director\nWorking with survivors and their support people can be challenging and frustrating especially when we are not recognizing some common behaviors as what they are: responses to stress and trauma. Understanding what may drive some of these behaviors is critical to building rapport and trust. This session will identify some common\, yet misinterpreted behaviors that are related to stress and trauma as well as how to work through these roadblocks. \nWe’re Listening! An Introduction to CornerHouse’s Adult Interviewing Project\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Elizabeth Eagle\, M.S.C.J.\, Response Services Director\nCan adult survivors of child sex abuse be interviewed at CornerHouse?” That was the question that began the Adult Pilot Project in the fall of 2020. It was posed to us by a law enforcement partner who was advocating for a trauma informed option for interviewing adult survivors of childhood sex abuse. In this presentation attendees will learn more about the origin story behind the project\, considerations\, guidelines\, and the experience of interviewing adult survivors using the guiding principles of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigations. \nTestifying 101\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Stephanie Randolph\, MA\, Forensic Interviewer\nTestifying in court can be super stressful and nerve-racking. While a little anxiety can actually be helpful\, no one wants be a sweaty anxious mess on the stand.  Interviewer Stephanie Randolph will give you her top 10 tips that she uses to feel prepared and confident in court. This is most useful for anyone that has had limited court experience or just struggles with feeling comfortable when testifying. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCornerHouse will not be providing continuing education units\, however\, they can provide titles\, descriptions\, objectives\, and trainer’s biography if attendees would like to submit or apply for CEU’s.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-summer-seminar-series/2024-06-21/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224707
CREATED:20240604T190237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T190237Z
UID:10000873-1718884800-1718888400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Summer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Series Overview\nCornerHouse is presenting four-days of virtual webinars over lunch period that will address a range of topics by their best trainers. Attendees can attend any or all the webinars for free. \nThe Presentation and Impact of Trauma on Children in Various Developmental Stages: What Might It Look Like and How Can We Respond?\nMonday\, June 17\,2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: CornerHouse Mental Health Team\nJoin CornerHouse therapists for a presentation on child development and how what we expect at different ages could be impacted by experiences of abuse and trauma. Brush up on your knowledge of expected child development during key stages while learning how those expected behaviors and abilities may change or look when a child has experienced and/or witnessed sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, or domestic violence. And don’t fret if you’re wondering\, “Ok\, and what do I do if I’m noticing these in a child?”  We’ll discuss some key ways you can respond and intervene\, as well as recommendations for when/how to seek additional help from mental health service providers. \nDon’t Take It Personally: Recognizing and Understanding Stress and Trauma Triggers\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Jane Straub\, Training Director\nWorking with survivors and their support people can be challenging and frustrating especially when we are not recognizing some common behaviors as what they are: responses to stress and trauma. Understanding what may drive some of these behaviors is critical to building rapport and trust. This session will identify some common\, yet misinterpreted behaviors that are related to stress and trauma as well as how to work through these roadblocks. \nWe’re Listening! An Introduction to CornerHouse’s Adult Interviewing Project\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Elizabeth Eagle\, M.S.C.J.\, Response Services Director\nCan adult survivors of child sex abuse be interviewed at CornerHouse?” That was the question that began the Adult Pilot Project in the fall of 2020. It was posed to us by a law enforcement partner who was advocating for a trauma informed option for interviewing adult survivors of childhood sex abuse. In this presentation attendees will learn more about the origin story behind the project\, considerations\, guidelines\, and the experience of interviewing adult survivors using the guiding principles of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigations. \nTestifying 101\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Stephanie Randolph\, MA\, Forensic Interviewer\nTestifying in court can be super stressful and nerve-racking. While a little anxiety can actually be helpful\, no one wants be a sweaty anxious mess on the stand.  Interviewer Stephanie Randolph will give you her top 10 tips that she uses to feel prepared and confident in court. This is most useful for anyone that has had limited court experience or just struggles with feeling comfortable when testifying. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCornerHouse will not be providing continuing education units\, however\, they can provide titles\, descriptions\, objectives\, and trainer’s biography if attendees would like to submit or apply for CEU’s.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-summer-seminar-series/2024-06-20/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T224707
CREATED:20240502T193206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T193206Z
UID:10000854-1718800200-1718807400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH "What A Shame!" Using Ancient Wisdom to Increase Resiliency and Reduce Shame
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of shame\, resilience\, and neurochemical responses\, providing practical tools and strategies for professionals in diverse fields. Participants will gain insights into the cultural and developmental dimensions of shame\, as well as evidence-based techniques for promoting resilience and reducing shame in various settings. Attendees will earn continuing education credits\, including cultural competency\, by actively engaging in discussions\, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios\, and acquiring actionable skills to enhance their practice. \nCentral to the workshop is an exploration of the neurochemical responses associated with shame and resilience. Participants will discover how activities targeting dopamine\, serotonin\, oxytocin\, endorphins\, and cortisol can influence emotional regulation and promote resilience. By understanding these neuro-chemical pathways\, attendees will be empowered to design personalized sensory diets and interventions tailored to their own needs or the needs of those they support. \nIn addition to theoretical insights\, this workshop offers practical tools and resources for immediate application. Participants will leave equipped with quick-reference strategies for de-escalation\, calming\, and resilience-building\, as well as a deeper appreciation for the role of compassion\, connection\, and self-regulation in fostering shame-free environments. \nThis training is suited for school system professionals including social workers and counselors\, parents\, and caregivers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nKnowledge Acquisition: Participants will be able to articulate the relationship between trauma\, culture\, and shame\, as demonstrated through examples provided during the presentation.\nNeurochemical Understanding: Participants will be able to identify specific activities related to dopamine\, serotonin\, oxytocin\, endorphins\, and cortisol\, showcasing an understanding of how these neurochemicals impact emotional regulation and resilience.\nPractical Application: Participants will design their own sensory diet based on a quick screening metric provided during the session\, demonstrating the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical interventions aimed at promoting resilience and reducing shame.\nCultural Competency and Adaptation: Participants will develop culturally and developmentally appropriate strategies for addressing shame in various environments (e.g.\, school\, home\, workplace)\, reflecting an understanding of the diverse needs and experiences of individuals from different backgrounds and demographics.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nTascha Just\, MS\, Ed.S merges 20 years of psychology expertise to foster resilience across generations. With Black\, Indigenous\, and Scandinavian heritage\, she transforms learning into multicultural opportunities of growth and understanding. A visionary at the helm of SEL Academy\, Tascha stands out as a trailblazer in the field of social-emotional learning. Through innovative training and coaching\, Tascha has shaped the minds \nof both educators and mental health professionals. Her extensive experience as a School Psychologist and Behavior Analyst further underscores her expertise in developing comprehensive programs that cater to diverse cognitive and behavioral needs. A holder of advanced degrees in School Psychology and a bachelor’s in Criminal Justice\, Tascha’s academic prowess is matched only by her commitment to fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments. Her leadership in SEL Academy is not just a role but a testament to her dedication to transforming educational and therapeutic practices for holistic development. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is expected to be approved for two hours of cultural competency content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-what-a-shame-using-ancient-wisdom-to-increase-resiliency-and-reduce-shame/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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