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SUMMARY:Understanding Social Emotional Developmental and a Way to Healing
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) will present a live webinar with Tiffany Grant\, Business Development Manager\, Trainer\, and Coach at First Children’s Finance. During this presentation\, participants will learn to define stages of social-emotional development and how to support children through each stage. The presenter will explore ways to foster healing by focusing on each child’s needs and examining how to support families by exploring resources that help families support children at home. This training is intended for early childhood professionals\, family members\, and social services professionals. \nThree Learning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to recognize and identify Social Emotional Development and how to foster healing.\nParticipants will learn Social Emotional Strategies that help children with self-regulation.\nParticipants will gain access to a field of resources on fostering healing with children and families.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nTiffany Grant is currently working to fortify the ECE business model as a Business Development Manager at First Children’s Finance. As a continuing advocate for equity and inclusion\, she helped establish a peer networking resource group for entrepreneurs of color called Community Conversations for Early Childhood Entrepreneurs. Tiffany’s expertise lies in bridging the gaps between childcare business\, advocacy\, and equity where she has sought to help BOPIC business owners navigate the structural and systemic barriers they encounter every day. Tiffany has a talent for identifying areas of the Early Childhood Field where discrepancies exist and has worked to specifically target those areas of need. Her work in coaching and training\, as well as in compliance and curriculum development has helped to highlight these needs. Knowing the importance of continuing education\, Tiffany also works as a trainer in the subjects of early childhood trauma\, African American Language. Additional examples of meaningful contributions to the field include co-founding an ECE branch within the Excell Academy for Higher Learning charter school. Tiffany attended Metropolitan State University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Studies with a focus on psychology and leadership. \nRegister via MACMH\n2 CEHs
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-social-emotional-developmental-and-a-way-to-healing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230324
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Alliance on Crime - Fundamentals in Victim Services 201
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe March 2023 Fundamentals in Victim Services 201 Training is a virtual training for experienced victim advocates to expand and deepen their core knowledge and skills in providing victim-centered services. This training is designed for victim advocates who have been in the field for 5+ years. By the end of this training\, advocates will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the neurobiology of trauma in victimization and develop skills for providing trauma-responsive advocacy to all victims of crime.\nExpand their understanding of vicarious trauma and strategies to build resilience to sustain their career in victim services.\nUnderstand and examine their own Occupational Identity (OI) and identify strategies for cultivating healthy boundaries; and\nDescribe the reparations process and have a detailed understanding of the current statutes regarding reparations\nRecognize and interrogate the roles of bias\, privilege\, and oppression in their daily work\nUnderstand the ways in which evaluation and grant reporting can be effective and culturally responsive\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills.\n\nExpectations for the Virtual Format\nFundamentals in Victim Services 201 will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work in breakout sessions\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 30 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nModules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate\, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants\, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all the modules. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nWe will apply for Continuing Legal Education (for attorneys) and Peace Officers Standings and Training (for law enforcement) credits by request. If you would like CLE or POST credits\, please indicate this on your registration\, or contact us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org by March 10\, 2023. \nRegister via Minnesota Alliance on Crime\nRegistration will close Friday March 17\, 2023 at 5 pm CT \nRegistration is free for MAC Member programs and $50 for non-members. Not sure your program is a member? Check here. \nMAC will be celebrating it’s 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC starting in 2023 and get the first 6 months of membership for $30. Sign up for the MAC email list to be the first to get the discount code. \nCancelation Policy\nIf you have registered and can no longer attend\, please notify MAC as soon as you know that. Any cancelations received more than 48 hours prior to the start of the training will receive a full refund. Cancelations within 48 hours of the start will not receive a refund.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-alliance-on-crime-fundamentals-in-victim-services-201/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20230207T202013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T202013Z
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SUMMARY:Trauma and Sensory Processing: Definitions\, Examples and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a live webinar with Alyssa Madon\, Occupational Therapist at the M Health Fairview. This presentation is an introduction to sensory processing and its relationship with children that have experienced trauma. It will cover pertinent definitions and evidence-based connections to the outward responses (i.e. behaviors\, emotional difficulties\, etc) that are often seen in children that are having difficulty with sensory processing. The training will provide examples to increase comprehension and demonstrate appropriate strategies for immediate use in working with children. \nFour Learning Objectives:\n\nAttendees will be able to define basic sensory processing-related terminology\nAttendees will be able to identify the relationship between sensory processing and children who have experienced trauma.\nAttendees will be able to recognize the signs of sensory dysregulation in children who have experienced trauma.\nAttendees will be able to implement at least 5 sensory-based strategies to increase sensory regulation.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nAlyssa Mason is a pediatric occupational therapist. She received her undergraduate degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a focus on child development and a master’s degree in occupational therapy with certificates in equity and diversity\, and disability and policy. Alyssa has experience working as an early childhood educator\, and a Children’s Mental Health Targeted Case Manager before starting work as a pediatric occupational therapist across multiple settings including schools\, inpatient hospitals and outpatient clinics. She completed 2 years as a fellow with MNLEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities) which consisted of interdisciplinary leadership\, policy and advocacy training. \nRegister via MACMH\n2 CEHs and includes 2 hours of clinical content
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/trauma-and-sensory-processing-definitions-examples-and-strategies/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230310
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20230130T184234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184234Z
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SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\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. \nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days (note the different ending times each day): \n\nWednesday\, March 8\, 2023: 10:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (Central)\nThursday\, March 9\, 2023: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Central)\n\nPart of an organization?\nZero Abuse Project understands 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. Zero Abuse Project believes this is instrumental to agency change. Therefore\, ZAP offers 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\n\n\n\n\nView Course Agenda\n\n\n\n\nRegister via 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 for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Credit Card payment”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you to the credit card processing page. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay with Invoice”) \nTO PAY BY INVOICE\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within two 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 three working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within six months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/
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:20230306T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20230207T172339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T172339Z
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SUMMARY:Ethical Awareness in Reflective Consultation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training presented by Carol F. Siegel\, PhD\, LP\, clinical psychologist and instructor at the University of Minnesota. Reflective consultation is an enormous responsibility. In order to serve our consultees well\, it requires awareness on multiple levels\, including content\, meaning\, cultural factors and ethics.  This presentation will focus on ethics and ethical awareness issues in reflective consultation. It will include an opportunity to use a format by which to process ethical issues. The intended audience is for anyone doing reflective consultation. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will understand the significance of the role of ethics in culturally-informed reflective consultation.\nParticipants will identify three areas of concern regarding ethics in reflective consultation.\nParticipants will become familiar with a process to address ethical concerns.\n\nAbout the Presenter\n \nCarol F. Siegel\, PhD\, LP is a licensed clinical psychologist in Minneapolis who sees parents and children in her private practice. Her primary clinical focus is parenting and issues encountered by parents with complex histories. This may include depression\, stress\, adoption\, foster care\, trauma\, abuse or neglect. Dr. Siegel is a consultant to clinical and home-visiting programs around Minnesota and has been teaching in the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Master’s and Certificate Program at the University of Minnesota since 2007. She is endorsed by the Minnesota Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Association as an Infant Mental Health Clinical Mentor (Level IV). \n  \n  \nRegister via MACMH\n2 CEHs \nIncludes: 2 hours of ethics\, 1 hour of cultural competency and .5 hours of clinical content
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ethical-awareness-in-reflective-consultation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20230130T190141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T190141Z
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SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T211116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T184653Z
UID:10000378-1677574800-1677580200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204537Z
UID:10000385-1677146400-1677151800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Technology Related Crimes: A 4-Part Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series presented by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime aims to increase advocates’ understanding of technology-related crimes from multiple perspectives. \nSessions will cover the unique impacts of technology-facilitated stalking and harassment on mental health\, an overview of child sexual abuse materials (previously known as child pornography)\, the law enforcement perspective on how crimes are investigated and evidence is collected\, and the legal rights of victims when their privacy is violated through the use of technology. \nPart 1: Tuesday\, January 31st\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nTech-Facilitated Abuse: Understanding the Trauma Impact \nPresented by Francesca Rossi\, LCSW of Thriving Through and World Without Exploitation \nPart 2: Tuesday\, February 7th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nChild Sexual Abuse Materials: An Introduction \nPresented by Lauren Coffren\, Executive Director\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children \nPart 3: Tuesday\, February 14th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nElectronic Crimes Overview: Law Enforcement Investigations \nPresented by Detective Ryan Olson\, Dakota County Electronic Crimes Taskforce \nPart 4: Thursday\, February 23rd\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nProtecting Victim’s Privacy: Legal rights and protections \nPresented by Thi Synavone\, Director of Organizational and Staff Development at Standpoint \nRegister via Minnesota Alliance on Crime\nRegistration for non-MAC members is $50 for all 4 sessions\, or $25 per individual session. \nThe training is free for MAC member programs. Not sure if your organization is a member of MAC? Check here: https://www.mnallianceoncrime.org/our-member-programs/ \nMAC will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC starting in 2023 and get the first 6 months of membership for $30. Sign up for the MAC email list to be the first to get the discount code. \nThe sessions will be recorded\, and the recordings will be made available to all registrants. There are no refunds if you cannot attend live\, as the recordings will be made available to all who register.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/technology-related-crimes-a-4-part-training-series/2023-02-23/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T213022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T173822Z
UID:10000397-1676624400-1676651400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness: Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 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 via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-5/2023-02-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T211157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T212853Z
UID:10000377-1676455200-1676460600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Trauma\, ACEs\, and How They Impact Child Abuse Investigation and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTo effectively investigate and prosecute child abuse cases\, practitioners must understand the impact of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) on children. This workshop offers suggestions for working with traumatized children in the context of a criminal case\, and for developing a holistic approach to addressing victim needs. \nLearning Objectives\n\nArticulate key findings from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) studies.\nDescribe the relevance of trauma dynamics to child abuse investigation and prosecution.\nDevelop a comprehensive approach to working with child victims in the context of criminal proceedings.\n\nRegister via Zero Abuse Project \nTo Pay By Credit/Debit Card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Pay via Credit Card”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. \nTo Pay By Invoice\nIf you select this payment option\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency\, you must send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org)\, the same day as you register with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds are allowed. You may transfer your registration to another person for a $25.00 administrative fee. \nPlease note: This training is being conducted live and will not be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-trauma-aces-and-how-they-impact-child-abuse-investigation-and-prosecution/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T213022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T173822Z
UID:10000375-1676451600-1676478600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness: Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 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 via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-5/2023-02-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204537Z
UID:10000384-1676368800-1676374200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Technology Related Crimes: A 4-Part Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series presented by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime aims to increase advocates’ understanding of technology-related crimes from multiple perspectives. \nSessions will cover the unique impacts of technology-facilitated stalking and harassment on mental health\, an overview of child sexual abuse materials (previously known as child pornography)\, the law enforcement perspective on how crimes are investigated and evidence is collected\, and the legal rights of victims when their privacy is violated through the use of technology. \nPart 1: Tuesday\, January 31st\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nTech-Facilitated Abuse: Understanding the Trauma Impact \nPresented by Francesca Rossi\, LCSW of Thriving Through and World Without Exploitation \nPart 2: Tuesday\, February 7th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nChild Sexual Abuse Materials: An Introduction \nPresented by Lauren Coffren\, Executive Director\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children \nPart 3: Tuesday\, February 14th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nElectronic Crimes Overview: Law Enforcement Investigations \nPresented by Detective Ryan Olson\, Dakota County Electronic Crimes Taskforce \nPart 4: Thursday\, February 23rd\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nProtecting Victim’s Privacy: Legal rights and protections \nPresented by Thi Synavone\, Director of Organizational and Staff Development at Standpoint \nRegister via Minnesota Alliance on Crime\nRegistration for non-MAC members is $50 for all 4 sessions\, or $25 per individual session. \nThe training is free for MAC member programs. Not sure if your organization is a member of MAC? Check here: https://www.mnallianceoncrime.org/our-member-programs/ \nMAC will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC starting in 2023 and get the first 6 months of membership for $30. Sign up for the MAC email list to be the first to get the discount code. \nThe sessions will be recorded\, and the recordings will be made available to all registrants. There are no refunds if you cannot attend live\, as the recordings will be made available to all who register.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/technology-related-crimes-a-4-part-training-series/2023-02-14/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T213022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T173822Z
UID:10000374-1676278800-1676305800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness: Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 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 via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-5/2023-02-13/
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:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204537Z
UID:10000383-1675764000-1675769400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Technology Related Crimes: A 4-Part Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series presented by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime aims to increase advocates’ understanding of technology-related crimes from multiple perspectives. \nSessions will cover the unique impacts of technology-facilitated stalking and harassment on mental health\, an overview of child sexual abuse materials (previously known as child pornography)\, the law enforcement perspective on how crimes are investigated and evidence is collected\, and the legal rights of victims when their privacy is violated through the use of technology. \nPart 1: Tuesday\, January 31st\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nTech-Facilitated Abuse: Understanding the Trauma Impact \nPresented by Francesca Rossi\, LCSW of Thriving Through and World Without Exploitation \nPart 2: Tuesday\, February 7th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nChild Sexual Abuse Materials: An Introduction \nPresented by Lauren Coffren\, Executive Director\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children \nPart 3: Tuesday\, February 14th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nElectronic Crimes Overview: Law Enforcement Investigations \nPresented by Detective Ryan Olson\, Dakota County Electronic Crimes Taskforce \nPart 4: Thursday\, February 23rd\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nProtecting Victim’s Privacy: Legal rights and protections \nPresented by Thi Synavone\, Director of Organizational and Staff Development at Standpoint \nRegister via Minnesota Alliance on Crime\nRegistration for non-MAC members is $50 for all 4 sessions\, or $25 per individual session. \nThe training is free for MAC member programs. Not sure if your organization is a member of MAC? Check here: https://www.mnallianceoncrime.org/our-member-programs/ \nMAC will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC starting in 2023 and get the first 6 months of membership for $30. Sign up for the MAC email list to be the first to get the discount code. \nThe sessions will be recorded\, and the recordings will be made available to all registrants. There are no refunds if you cannot attend live\, as the recordings will be made available to all who register.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/technology-related-crimes-a-4-part-training-series/2023-02-07/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T210830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T210830Z
UID:10000373-1675159200-1675164600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Children with Disabilities and Abuse Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn the appropriate use of language when referring to children with disabilities\, historical treatment of individuals with disabilities\, statistics/incident rates related to individuals with disabilities\, and common biases and assumptions related to children with disabilities. \nPresenter: Staci Whitney \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/children-with-disabilities-and-abuse-dynamics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T210713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T204537Z
UID:10000369-1675159200-1675164600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Technology Related Crimes: A 4-Part Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series presented by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime aims to increase advocates’ understanding of technology-related crimes from multiple perspectives. \nSessions will cover the unique impacts of technology-facilitated stalking and harassment on mental health\, an overview of child sexual abuse materials (previously known as child pornography)\, the law enforcement perspective on how crimes are investigated and evidence is collected\, and the legal rights of victims when their privacy is violated through the use of technology. \nPart 1: Tuesday\, January 31st\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nTech-Facilitated Abuse: Understanding the Trauma Impact \nPresented by Francesca Rossi\, LCSW of Thriving Through and World Without Exploitation \nPart 2: Tuesday\, February 7th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nChild Sexual Abuse Materials: An Introduction \nPresented by Lauren Coffren\, Executive Director\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children \nPart 3: Tuesday\, February 14th\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nElectronic Crimes Overview: Law Enforcement Investigations \nPresented by Detective Ryan Olson\, Dakota County Electronic Crimes Taskforce \nPart 4: Thursday\, February 23rd\, 10 – 11:30 a.m. CT\nProtecting Victim’s Privacy: Legal rights and protections \nPresented by Thi Synavone\, Director of Organizational and Staff Development at Standpoint \nRegister via Minnesota Alliance on Crime\nRegistration for non-MAC members is $50 for all 4 sessions\, or $25 per individual session. \nThe training is free for MAC member programs. Not sure if your organization is a member of MAC? Check here: https://www.mnallianceoncrime.org/our-member-programs/ \nMAC will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC starting in 2023 and get the first 6 months of membership for $30. Sign up for the MAC email list to be the first to get the discount code. \nThe sessions will be recorded\, and the recordings will be made available to all registrants. There are no refunds if you cannot attend live\, as the recordings will be made available to all who register.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/technology-related-crimes-a-4-part-training-series/2023-01-31/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221206T224008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T154836Z
UID:10000367-1674639000-1674648000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Growing Beyond ACEs - A Framework for all to Reach Optimum Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Training Summary\n\n\nThis training will explore the link between historical\, intergenerational\, and current trauma-related issues in our communities. Participants will understand the connection between trauma\, Mental Health\, and contemporary challenges in social justice. We will explore NEAR science (Neurobiology\, Epigenetics\, ACEs\, & Resilience) and cultural intelligence as essential growth factors. We will explore our experiences\, perceptions\, beliefs\, and behaviors that may challenge constructive relationship development. We will discuss practical\, culturally Intelligent\, trauma-responsive strategies to keep our work moving forward within our society. \nLearning Objectives\n\nThe participants will learn how to modify their position to understand individuals and their adaptive response(s) to environmental circumstances and toxic stress.\nThe participants will recognize the potential risk factors and warning signs of various mental health challenges common among individuals\, including depression\, anxiety\, disruptive behavioral disorders\, and substance use disorders.\nThe participants will interpret the prevalence of various mental health disorders in the U.S. and the need to reduce negative attitudes in their communities.\nThe participants will identify methods practitioners\, providers\, mediators\, parents\, and caregivers can use to build meaningful connections with community members.\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n \nBrandon is the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health Executive Director & consultant. He specializes in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\, Historical and Intergenerational trauma\, Social/Emotional Intelligence (EQ)\, Leadership\, and Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota\, a Masters in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University\, and a Masters in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. Brandon is also a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow. He lives by the motto of “Live life with Purpose on Purpose.” \n\n\nAbout the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health\nThe Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH)\, provides education and resources to professionals\, families and youth throughout Minnesota and beyond. MACMH mission is to promote positive mental health for all infants\, children\, adolescents and their families. \n\n\nRegistration – $10\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 the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. The Alliance offers a full refund\, minus any Eventbrite fees\, for cancellation notices received 24 hours in advance of the training. Refunds cannot be issued for cancellations received within 24 hours of the training start time. Please contact Brittney Forrest at brittney@minnestachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training. \nThis session will be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/growing-beyond-aces-a-framework-for-all-to-reach-optimum-wellbeing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221216T213229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T213229Z
UID:10000368-1674036000-1674041400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Considering Grooming and Manipulation in the Forensic Interview
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGrooming behaviors are estimated to be present in nearly half of all child sexual abuse cases. It is important for child abuse professionals to recognize manipulative patterns and behaviors that offenders employ to groom their victims for compliance with abuse and non-disclosure\, so interventions can be made as early as possible. This training will provide professionals with information on what grooming is\, how to recognize grooming behaviors\, stages of grooming\, a look at legislation regarding grooming across the US\, and considerations and techniques for exploring dynamics of grooming and manipulation in the forensic interview. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIncrease child abuse professionals’ understanding of stages of sexual grooming\, and common manipulative behaviors in each stage.\nDebunk common misconceptions about grooming.\nImprove participants’ ability to communicate about nuanced dynamics in cases of sexual abuse involving grooming.\nProvide techniques and sample language for exploring grooming behaviors in the forensic interview.\n\nRegister via Zero Abuse Project\nTo Pay By Credit/Debit Card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Pay via Credit Card”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. \nTo Pay By Invoice\nIf you select this payment option\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency\, you must send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org)\, the same day as you register with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds are allowed. You may transfer your registration to another person for a $25.00 administrative fee. \nPlease note: This training is being conducted live and will not be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-considering-grooming-and-manipulation-in-the-forensic-interview/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221222T173511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T173511Z
UID:10000366-1673510400-1673542800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Together Faith and Child Protection Communities to End Child Abuse and Neglect in the United States
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin this all-day virtual conference of learning to bring faith and child protection communities together to end child abuse and neglect in the US. Participants will get to hear from various presenters in sessions that range from How Houses of Worship Can “Bless” Babies\, Strengthen  Families\, and Address the Social Determinants of Health to Implementing Chaplaincy Programs in CACs. \nFor more information about the conference\, see the agenda here. \nRegister here\nSponsored By\n\nAPSAC (American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children)\nCAPSAC (The California Professional Society on the Abuse of Children)\nCenter of Theological Inquiry\nF.A.I.T.H (Faith-Leaders Against Abuse in the Home)\nHOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)\nLiberia Council of Churches\nNew Jersey Coalition of Religious Leaders\nNIECP (National Initiative to End Corporal Punishment)\nSacred Spaces\nSHILOH\nThe Faithful City\nThe New York Foundling\nZero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/bringing-together-faith-and-child-protection-communities-to-end-child-abuse-and-neglect-in-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221201T224218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T224247Z
UID:10000355-1673438400-1673443800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Beyond Sentencing: The Department of Corrections
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series aims to increase advocates knowledge of victims rights\, systems\, and supervision post sentencing. The series is hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, the Crime Victim Justice Unit\, and the Department of Corrections. \nRegistration is free for all\, you can use this form to sign up for any or all of the sessions. \nRecordings of the trainings will be posted on the MAC member page\, accessible to MAC members only. \nPart 4: Wednesday\, January 11th\, Noon – 1:30 p.m.\nThe Department of Corrections: Learning the systems\, process\, terminology\, and places where victims and advocates connect \nRegister through Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-beyond-sentencing-the-department-of-corrections/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Case Tracking,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221201T224154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T224341Z
UID:10000354-1672833600-1672837200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Beyond Sentencing: Post-Conviction Crime Victim Rights
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series aims to increase advocates knowledge of victims rights\, systems\, and supervision post-sentencing. The series is hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, the Crime Victim Justice Unit\, and the Department of Corrections. \nRegistration is free for all\, you can use this form to sign up for any or all of the sessions. \nRecordings of the trainings will be posted on the MAC member page\, accessible to MAC members only. \nPart 3: Wednesday\, January 4th\, Noon – 1:00 p.m.\nPost-Conviction Crime Victim Rights: A close look at crime victim statutory rights from sentencing and beyond \nRegister through Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-beyond-sentencing-post-conviction-crime-victim-rights/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221130T210425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210425Z
UID:10000353-1671019200-1671024600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Beyond Sentencing: Advocacy During Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series aims to increase advocates knowledge of victims rights\, systems\, and supervision post sentencing. The series is hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, the Crime Victim Justice Unit\, and the Department of Corrections. \nRegistration is free for all\, you can use this form to sign up for any or all of the sessions. \nRecordings of the trainings will be posted on the MAC member page\, accessible to MAC members only. \nPart 2: Wednesday\, December 14th\, Noon-1:30pm\nAdvocacy During Supervision: Understanding the landscape of victim advocacy when the offender is under supervision \nRegister through Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-beyond-sentencing-advocacy-during-supervision/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Case Tracking,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221217
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221130T210616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210616Z
UID:10000360-1670976000-1671235199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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 is in contrast to more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners. \nThis training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \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 via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221104T201222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T174343Z
UID:10000349-1670315400-1670416200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project ACEs & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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. \nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days and conducted virtually: \n\nTuesday\, December 6\, 2022: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Central Time\nWednesday\, December 7\, 2022: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Central Time\n\nRegister online via Zero Abuse Project\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\nClick HERE for Course Agenda\nAgenda\nDAY 1:\n8:30 – 9:15 am: Welcome\, Learning Objectives\, and Participant Introductions\n9:15 – 10:00 am: In-Depth Knowledge of Trauma\, 20 years of the ACE Study and Understanding Neural Connections (Part 1)\n10:00 – 10:10 am: BREAK\n10:10- 11:30 am: In-Depth Knowledge of Trauma\, 20 years of the ACE Study and Understanding Neural Connections (Part 2)\n11:30-11:40am: BREAK\n11:40am – 12:30 pm: Impact on Brain Development\, Stress Response System and Neurobiology of Trauma (Part 1) \nDAY 2:\n8:30 – 8:45 am: Welcome Day 2\, Discussion\n8:45 – 9:15 am: Impact on brain development\, Stress Response System and Neurobiology of trauma (Part 2)\n9:15 – 10:00 am Impact of trauma/victimization on behaviors\, Trigger reminders\, Introduction to Trauma Informed Care\n10:00-10:10 am: BREAK\n10:10- 10:45 am: Impact of trauma/victimization on behaviors\, Trigger reminders\, Introduction to Trauma Informed Care (Cont.)\n10:45 – 11:30 Trauma Informed Components and Systems\, Resiliency\, Reflective Listening\n11:30-11:35 BREAK\n11:35-12:20 pm: Self Care\n12:20 am-12:30 pm: Discussion and Wrap Up
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-aces-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221104T201732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T201732Z
UID:10000334-1669809600-1669813200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota OJP: The Fundamentals on Victim Impact Statements
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe right to give a victim impact statement is one of Minnesota’s most important statutory crime victim rights. It represents one of the few times that victims have a voice in the criminal prosecution process and can speak to the impact of the crime. The process for submitting a victim impact statement prior to sentencing varies across the state\, and the path that the victim impact statement takes once submitted has implications for the victim. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of victim impact statements and how they get processed and presented\, with an emphasis on the important role of community-based and government-based advocates in educating victims and assisting them with preparing their statements. In addition\, this presentation will touch on the ethical issues for prosecutors’ offices that arise with victim impact statements. \nRegister via Office of Justice Programs
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-ojp-the-fundamentals-on-victim-impact-statements/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221104T201418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T174407Z
UID:10000336-1668592800-1668598200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Preparing Children for our Process: Finding the Balance Between Saying Too Much\, but Not Saying Enough
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEffectively preparing children and families for our forensic interview process can greatly enhance the effectiveness of the forensic interview\, but teams often worry about how and when to engage families and non-offending caregivers prior to the interview and in what way. This training provides guidance on how to prepare children and families for our process including the difference between minimal facts/field interviews and forensic interviews\, orienting messages and other current challenges. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDefine the difference between a FIRST response/minimal facts interview and a forensic interview. Provide a structure for the minimal facts interview.\nGain sample language for engaging with children and families prior to the interview.\nDiscuss the various multidisciplinary team roles and responsibilities in preparing the child and family for the process.\n\nRegister online via Zero Abuse Project \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-preparing-children-for-our-process-finding-the-balance-between-saying-too-much-but-not-saying-enough/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20220106T191116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T193037Z
UID:10000299-1668384000-1668815999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 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 is in contrast to more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners. \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. \nFinal training dates and location are to be determined. If in-person: November 14\, 15\, 16\, 2022 | If online: November 14\, 16\, 18\, 2022. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221107T174756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T174756Z
UID:10000335-1667995200-1668000600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy and Mental Health Therapy: A Cross-Training for Advocates and Therapists
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime and the Minnesota Center for Psychology (MCP) present a cross-training for both advocates and therapists. Victims and Others Impacted by Crime-Services (VOIC-S)\, is a new program of the Minnesota Center for Psychology that offers mental health therapy services to victims impacted by crime. VOIC-S consists of mental health professionals who are specially trained to work with victims of crime and trauma focused therapies. The program was designed with input from victim advocates who will work in partnership with the therapists to ensure that barriers to care are reduced. \nThis training is for advocates who would like to learn about the process of making a referral to MCP and how best to prepare a survivor for the therapeutic process. The training is also for therapists who will learn about the criminal\, legal\, and emotional processes the survivor must go through after the crime. The goal of the training is to share information between advocates and therapists to reduce barriers to therapy and improve outcomes. \nThis training is free for all to attend live\, the recording of the event will be available exclusively for MAC members. \nRegister Online via Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-and-mental-health-therapy-a-cross-training-for-advocates-and-therapists/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20221028T194924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T195410Z
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SUMMARY:Hmong\, Spanish\, and Somali Language Access: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime hosts Pheng Thao from Transforming Generations\, Mercedes Moreno from University of Minnesota/Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC)\, and blank from Confederation of Somali Community in Minnesota to discuss providing advocacy to survivors who do not speak the same language as you. \nTopics include\, but not limited to:\n\nAccess to interpretation\nHow to work effectively with interpreters\nHow to advocate for competent and sensitive translation\nThe perils of advocates in dual roles as both interpreters and advocates\nHow to make sure legal terms are accurately translated\n\nRegistration\nOnline webinar. Register for free online via the Minnesota Alliance on Crime.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/hmong-spanish-and-somali-language-access-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T060259
CREATED:20220826T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T174253Z
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SUMMARY:Topic Crime Victim Rights: The basics and beyond
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin the Minnesota Department of Public Safety\, Office of Justice Programs for a virtual workshop on Wednesday\, September 28\, 2022\, on Minnesota’s statutory crime victim rights. Suzanne Elwell from the Crime Victim Justice Unit will outline the primary categories of victim rights\, identify the responsibilities of criminal justice professionals in upholding those rights\, and highlight the role of both community-based and prosecutor-based advocates in ensuring crime victim rights are upheld and the importance of good practices to prevent victim rights violations. \nThere will be time for questions at the end of the webinar\, and it will be recorded. \nRegistration and Cost\nThere is no cost to attend this webinar\, and you can register online via Minnesota OJP \nSpeaker\nSuzanne Elwell\nDirector\, Crime Victim Justice Unit @Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs\nSuzanne Elwell is the director of the Crime Victim Justice Unit in the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs\, a victim rights compliance office that investigates complaints of crime victim rights violations and victim mistreatment. She trains on crime victim related issues\, coordinates and participates on statewide multi-disciplinary efforts and teams\, and assists with legislative initiatives related to crime victims. Suzanne has been working in the area of crime victimization for over 25 years\, with experience spanning prosecution\, domestic violence advocacy and legal assistance\, and court monitoring and research. Suzanne has lived in four different states\, doesn’t favor asparagus and has started to learn how to play the tin whistle.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/topic-crime-victim-rights-the-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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