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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Cheers for Children
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nJoin CornerHouse for an evening of inspiration and celebration as they unit to end child abuse in Twin Cities. All proceeds will go towards CornerHouse’s child abuse response\, advocacy and healing services. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nThe cost includes hosted appetizers\, drinks\, and entertainment. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-cheers-for-children/
LOCATION:The Hutton House\, 10715 S Shore Dr\, Medicine Lake\, MN\, 55441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240315T202116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T202116Z
UID:10000803-1713457800-1713461400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Family & Children's Center Hands Are For Art Contest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nFamily & Children’s Center (FCC) is partnering with Winona County Primary Prevention Project (WCPPP) for the annual art competition. Artwork from children from Winona and surrounding communities will be on display at ‘Hands are For’ art contest celebration. The focus of the project is to design a project that promotes the positive use of hands for helping others\, being creative\, and caring for others to raise awareness in April during Child Abuse Prevention Month. The presentation will take place at 5 p.m. \nNine student winners will receive $50 gift cards during the reception. Community members are invited to attend and celebrate the hard work of all the participants. \nLearn more about this event here
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/family-childrens-center-hands-are-for-art-contest-celebration/
LOCATION:WNB Fincancial\, 204 Main Street\, Winona\, MN\, 55987\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T143000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240415T145919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T145919Z
UID:10000834-1713358800-1713364200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Prosecuting a Child Abuse Case: How to Work as an Effective MDT to Prepare Your Case for Trial
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExplore the MDT roles and responsibilities in the context of a child abuse case. Learn how to work through the case facts and the offender/victim dynamics to develop a case strategy that provides ample ammunition to the prosecutor in closing argument to gain offender accountability while reducing child victim trauma and enhancing victim safety. This training is suitable for law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nAssess the facts and dynamics of a child abuse case and identify the professional partnerships that will enhance victim credibility and safety\nGenerate a concept map that established the roles and responsibilities of the MDT members who will collaborate on a given child abuse case\nDevelop a case strategy using the prosecutor’s closing argument as the starting point for pinpointing corroboration to support offender accountability\n\nAbout the Trainer\nMiriam Falk – Wisconsin DOJ VAWA Resource Prosecutor & Law Enforcement Trainer for Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence \nAssistant AG Miriam Falk\, J.D. was an Asst. DA in Milwaukee County\, WI from 1987-2014\, in sensitive crimes for the last 23 of her 27 years there. Her first four years were with CHIPS and TPR cases. Ms. Falk has 30+ years of training experience in WI and nationally in sexual assault\, domestic violence\, trial advocacy and interviewing of adults and children. Her professional awards are: Wisconsin District Attorney’s Association Asst. DA of the Year\, 2012; Wisconsin Law Journal’s Woman of the Year 2010; Milwaukee Commission on DV and Sexual Assault recognition\, 2007; Honorable Mention\, Wisconsin DA’s Association for nomination as Asst. DA of the Year 2007; June Dobbs Award from Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. \nRegister through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-prosecuting-a-child-abuse-case-how-to-work-as-an-effective-mdt-to-prepare-your-case-for-trial/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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:20240417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240215T182711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T182711Z
UID:10000726-1713353400-1713360600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness The Power of Positive Childhood Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs Health and Human Service Professionals\, we are aware of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the lasting effects that they can have on a developing child. However\, what is not discussed as much is the power of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and the resilience that can emerge through traumatic events experienced. This presentation explains the Child Advocacy Center approach and how we can promote PCEs through connection\, acknowledgment\, and support. By encouraging PCEs we can create a more connected community\, and strengthen our response to child abuse and neglect. \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-the-power-of-positive-childhood-experiences/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240305T211348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T211705Z
UID:10000798-1713312000-1714262399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Child's Place Bids for Kids Online Auction
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nChild’s Place is looking for items to be donated to their Bids for Kids auction. This auction will be held online\, and all funds raised will be used to provide direct services for children and families in crisis. \nHow donations help children and their caregivers:\n\nEmergency basic needs or safe housing after abuse\nclothing and supplies for children entering foster care\nSafety and security tools for victims of violence\nTransportation to medical care or mental health services\nTraining events for teachers\, school staff members\, and child abuse professionals\n\nLearn more about Bids For Kids here!\nPlease consider donating gift certificates\, merchandise\, or services. Donations will be accepted through April 15\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/childs-place-bids-for-kids-online-auction/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T172029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T172029Z
UID:10000593-1713312000-1713484799@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 March 15\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/creating-a-community-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-child-sexual-abuse-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240328T182554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T182709Z
UID:10000830-1713243600-1713294000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:North Star Family Advocacy Center Scooter's Coffee for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Fundraise Event Overview\nNorth Star Family Advocacy Center is having a fundraiser event with Scooter’s Coffee. 10% of the profit made that day will go towards North Star’s continual work with local communities. \nSee flyer here. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/north-star-scooters-coffee-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Scooter’s Coffee\, 309 1st Ave E\, Cambridge\, MN\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240215T185004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T185004Z
UID:10000727-1713225600-1713484799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2024 Digital Evidence: Technology in Investigation and Prosecution Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project and Minnesota County Attorneys Association (MCAA) are hosting this training opportunity for law enforcement and prosecutors. This course will provide lecture and experiential learning for law enforcement and prosecutors involved in the investigation and prosecution of crimes that involve digital evidence as well as crimes that impact families\, kids and teens. Participants will receive and apply instruction on crime scene investigation\, tools and methods of evidence collection in technology-facilitated crimes\, evidence as corroboration\, admissibility of evidence\, and court room presentation of digital forensic exam. \nAccommodations\nParticipants are responsible for obtaining and paying for their own lodging. A block of rooms has been reserved at 197 Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown at the special rate of $112. This rate includes hot breakfast\, evening drinks and snacks and complimentary Wi-Fi. \nTo make reservations\, call the hotel directly at 1-800-325-0720 and refer to the Group number of 10094888. Reservations must be made by March 18\, 2024\, to ensure the special rate.  If you wish to book on-line you can do so here. \nRegister through MCAA\nScholarship funding is available to support reimbursement of lodging expenses for students and/or their agencies in attending these courses. Please contact Stacy Albrecht at salbrecht@mcaa-mn.org for additional details. \nClass size limit: 70 \nCancellation Policy\nIf cancellation is received at least 72 hours before the program\, a $75 administrative fee will be charged to cover the cost of meals and materials
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2024-digital-evidence-technology-in-investigation-and-prosecution-training/
LOCATION:Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust Building\, 100 Empire Drive\, 3rd Floor\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T205613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T205613Z
UID:10000596-1713139200-1713571199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training teaches the CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ a credible\, reliable\, developmentally flexible and non-traumatic forensic interview protocol appropriate for children\, adolescents and vulnerable adults involved in a sexual abuse investigation. Training methods include lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys. Participants are encouraged to attend as a multidisciplinary team. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nThis training is taking place in-person in Roseville\, MN. Each day training will take place from 8:00am-4:30pm Central Time. Friday will be a half day from 8:00am-12:30pm. A continental breakfast is offered each day as well as lunch on Monday and Thursday. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nPlease note that in consideration for the safety of CornerHouse staff\, other participants\, and our community\, we highly encourage all in-person attendees be vaccinated and test for Covid-19 before attending training. All attendees should bring a face mask and be prepared to wear it for the duration of the training. We thank you for your understanding. \nPlease view our cancellation policy and other policies here! https://www.cornerhousemn.org/training-policies
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-19/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240304T231553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T231553Z
UID:10000739-1713139200-1713311999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Criminal Connections: Child Exploitation Material and Child Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGather up-to-date information for the investigation and prosecution of all types of child abuse cases utilizing a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach. Learn about medical evidence\, interviewing child victims/witnesses and adult suspects/witnesses\, along with legal issues involved in the investigation and prosecution of child physical and sexual abuse cases. Discuss trends in offenders’ use of technology\, the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM)\, and sextortion. Learn law enforcement investigative techniques that capitalize on new technology. \nUpon completion or this training\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe the type of injuries a child may sustain and those that may or may not be as a result of abuse\nDefine child physical and child sexual abuse\nDefine characteristics of victims and offenders of child abuse\nDescribe preferred practices for interviewing minor victims and offending suspects\nDescribe legal considerations for investigating and prosecuting child physical and child sexual abuse cases\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nThis training has been approved for 13 MN POST credits and 12.25 MN CLE Credits. \nThe registration 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-criminal-connections-child-exploitation-material-and-child-sexual-abuse-2/
LOCATION:Hermantown Police Department\, 51111 Maple Grove Rd\, Hermantown\, MN\, 55811\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T212937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T212937Z
UID:10000598-1713139200-1713311999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Keeping Faith 2-Day Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course empowers faith communities to recognize and respond to cases of sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, emotional abuse\, and neglect. Included are discussions detailing the impact of child abuse on a victim’s sense of spirituality and offering concrete suggestions for working with medical and mental health professionals to assist a child in coping with maltreatment. The course also discusses ideal child protection policies for a faith-based institution\, including handling a situation in which a convicted sex offender seeks to join a congregation. A review of various child abuse case scenarios and a discussion on appropriate and inappropriate responses allows for real-life problem-solving and feedback. \nWhy is this training important for every faith community? \n\n93% of sex offenders describe themselves as being ‘religious’\n20% of 2864 church leaders knew of at least one convicted sex offender who was attending or was a member of their church (Christianity Today 2010)\nChild abuse Survivor Quote: “I went online to every faith community in my area trying to find a place in which I felt safe to worship. None of them gave me any information about safety policies in their community so I just gave up trying.”\n\nIntended Audience \nClergy\, chaplains\, youth ministers\, faith leaders\, counselors and other members of a faith community who may work with children or families impacted by child abuse. \nPresenters\n\nVictor Vieth\, Chief Program Officer\, Education and Research\, Zero Abuse Project\nAlison Feigh\, Director\, Jacob Wetterling Resource Center\nPete Singer\, Executive Director\, G.R.A.C.E.; Founding Director\, Care in Action\, Minnesota\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\n***Group Discount: Buy 4 registrations get the 5th registration free. When selecting this option for purchase\, the cost of 5 tickets is set to equal the cost of four full registrations and one free registration. Must purchase all registrations at the same time. Group registrations are not eligible for cancellation or refund (substitutions for registered participants may be made at any time). \nTo 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. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay via an Invoice”). \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.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-keeping-faith-2-day-basic-course-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240315T200630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T202218Z
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SUMMARY:Family & Children's Center Hands Are For Art Contest Judging
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nFamily & Children’s Center (FCC) is partnering with Winona County Primary Prevention Project (WCPPP) for the annual art competition.Artwork from children from Winona and surrounding communities will be on display at ‘Hands are For’ art contest judging at Family & Children’s Center April 11. The focus of the project is to design a project that promotes the positive use of hands for helping others\, being creative\, and caring for others to raise awareness in April during Child Abuse Prevention Month. \nNine student winners will receive $50 gift cards during a reception April 18 starting at 5 p.m. at WNB Financial\, 204 Main Street Winona. Community members are invited to attend and celebrate the hard work of all the participants. \nLearn more about this event here
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/hands-are-for-art-contest-judging/
LOCATION:Family and Children’s Center – Minnesota Headquarters\, 601 Franklin Street\, Winona\, 55987
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231130T230244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T230244Z
UID:10000605-1712793600-1712879999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children Who Witnesses Violence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren may witness situational or chronic violence in several ways including domestic violence in the home\, living in a violent neighborhood\, and/or witnessing an assault or murder of another person. Even when a child is not physically harmed\, witnessing incidents of violence takes a toll on their body\, heart\, and mind. Memories may be fragmented\, and recall can trigger strong physiological and emotional reactions. If a child is potentially a key witness to the events that happened\, it is important that they are interviewed in a sensitive and timely manner. This training will provide guidance for conducting a trauma-informed interview with a child and working cooperatively with investigative partners. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by March 11\, 2024
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-who-witnesses-violence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T205108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T161014Z
UID:10000595-1712793600-1712966399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFirst Witness is pleased to offer Safe and Strong Child© (SSC©) Train the Presenter to children’s advocacy centers (CACs) and other organizations interested in implementing a child abuse prevention education program in their communities. Join us on April 11 and 12\, 2024\, to jump-start your SSC© program. \nScholarships for CAC employees in Minnesota.\nCAC employees in Minnesota can attend this training free of charge via sponsorship through the Minnesota Children’s Alliance.  Register as normal and First Witness will not invoice you. If you have any questions or concerns\, please contact MaiXi Ye. \nRegister for Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter\nWhat to Expect at the Training\nIn Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter\, participants learn how to present SSC© to students\, school staff\, and caregivers\, use SSC© materials\, coordinate a prevention education program\, and respond to various classroom situations. As a train-the-presenter course\, this course does not prepare participants to train others on how to present the information. \nAll participants will receive electronic copies of SSC© curriculum materials\, classroom presentation aids\, and coordination paperwork. Want to jumpstart their SSC© program? A physical Safe and Strong Child© Kit is available in the course registration as an add-on to the training. \nSafe and Strong Child© Curriculum\nSafe and Strong Child© body safety curriculum aligns with evidence-informed best practices for child sexual abuse prevention. SSC© consists of developmentally appropriate classroom lessons taught interactively through stories\, role play\, and song in a non-threatening environment. Portions of the curriculum also provide support and education to teachers and caregivers who can help to keep kids safe. \nAbout First Witness Child Advocacy Center\nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center (CAC) was founded by and for the community and has been serving children and families since 1991. First Witness CAC brings together a collaborative multidisciplinary team of professionals made up of law enforcement\, social workers\, doctors\, therapists\, advocates\, prosecutors\, and public defender’s office. \nAbout Minnesota Children’s Alliance\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance and its members put the needs of children first. We are a membership organization that works with local communities to effectively and efficiently respond to allegations of child abuse. \nWe work with communities to strengthen coordinated responses to child abuse through multidisciplinary teams (MDTs)\, develop local Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs)\, and support professionals in the field through training\, research\, and advocacy in state and national legislatures.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/safe-and-strong-child-train-the-presenter/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Body Safety,Children's Advocacy Centers
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240318T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T155627Z
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Protecting Children in a Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTechnology plays a tremendous role in our children’s lives. Learn about the ways children are interacting online to create better understanding and open up meaningful communication. Increase awareness of opportunities to protect and connect with children while also gathering valuable information to mitigate threats posed by individuals who seek to exploit them. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the different types of technology used by children and teens\, including devices and apps\nRecognize the differences between the digital age and the world that adults experienced while growing up\nFocus on a proactive approach to digital safety that includes communication\, setting guidelines\, and digital citizenship training\nUnderstand the most common online issues that children and teens are likely to face such as cyberbullying\, “sexting\,” and online predators\nAddress the legal aspects of all of these topics and learn how to address each of these issues with best practices\nUnderstand our role in helping victims navigate trauma after the incident has occurred\, and learn what resources are available for you to aid in this process\n\nAbout Presenter\nDana Miller – Associate\, National Criminal Justice Training Center \nDana Miller is an Associate with the National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College. Dana holds a master’s degree in criminal justice\, and she has worked extensively in education and harm prevention surrounding technology in the state of Wisconsin. Dana is a former Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Commander; in her tenure with the Wisconsin Department of Justice\, Dana managed the program operations for the ICAC Task Force\, including managing Wisconsin CyberTips from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and collaborating with Wisconsin law enforcement regarding investigations\, outreach\, and training events. Throughout her career\, Dana has provided online safety outreach to over 30\,000 people. She is creator and co-creator of multiple Wisconsin online safety programs and initiatives that continue to be utilized\, and she teaches online safety primary prevention and responding to sextortion classes throughout the nation. \nRegister through NCJTC\nThe registration fee includes 8 hours of training\, program materials\, and instructional costs. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-protecting-children-in-a-digital-age/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231005T213623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T162130Z
UID:10000553-1712448000-1712793599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NICWA 42nd Annual Protecting Our Children Conference
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nEach year\, NICWA hosts the largest national gathering on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) child advocacy issues. With over 1\,500 attendees—and growing every year—this three-day conference has become the premiere national event addressing tribal child welfare and well-being. Keynote speakers range from federal officials at the highest level of government to youth with lived experience in child welfare systems. \nNew this year! For those who can’t make it to Seattle\, we have a virtual option. All three of our amazing general sessions with over a dozen wonderful speakers will be broadcast virtually. If you can’t make it in person\, consider being a virtual attendee. \nNICWA provides meaningful programming to conference attendees\, creating a space where participants can learn about the latest developments and best practices from experts in the field and from one another. Participants represent a cross-section of fields and interests including child welfare\, mental health\, and juvenile justice service providers; legal professionals; students; advocates for children; and tribal\, state\, and federal leaders. \nConference Theme: Together We Stand Preserving the Spirit of ICWA\nThe Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) of 1978 powerfully proclaims “…that it is the policy of this Nation to protect the best interests of Indian children and to promote the stability and security of Indian families… (25 U.S.C. § 1902).” The spirit of ICWA ensures our children grow up with strong cultural identities\, rooted in the language and traditions of our ancestors\, so that our tribal communities remain strong. For over forty years\, tribal nations fought to uphold this declaration and constitutional protection of their children. This has never been more evident than the coalitionbuilding\, including grassroots efforts\, that occurred during the Haaland v. Brackeen case. We saw 502 tribal nations\, 62 Native organizations\, 23 states and D.C.\, 87 congresspersons\, and 27 child welfare and adoption organizations declare in unity their support for ICWA. Standing in solidarity with one another is how we achieved success. With this decision on the record\, Indian Country is emboldened in our work to ensure compliance with ICWA and strengthen its implementation. With ICWA’s solid legal foundation affirmed\, now is the time to work together to lift up tribal best practices and increase tribal child welfare capacity. To strengthen ICWA implementation\, we must put our sights on tribal and state relationships\, state ICWA laws\, state-tribal policies and agreements\, increased funding for tribal services including culturally based services\, and federal policy and data collection. NICWA’s 42nd Annual Protecting Our Children Conference features innovative workshops\, presentations\, and cultural activities that provide the expertise and experience to support this advocacy agenda and build worker capacity to continue the important work of providing cultural best practices for Native children and families. We welcome you to join us in Seattle\, Washington! \nConference Goal\n\nHighlight successful strategies for developing effective services\nReveal the latest and most innovative child welfare and children’s mental health service delivery practices\nHighlight tactics and strategies for financing and sustaining services that impact children\nShowcase strategies for involving youth and families in developing services and policies that lead to systems change\nCreate peer-to-peer networks that will assist each other in the work toward permanency for all AI/AN families\nShare the latest research on the well-being of AI/AN children and effective child welfare and children’s mental health services\, practices\, and policies\n\nWho Should Attend? \nAll individuals who are committed to serving American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) children and their families are encouraged to attend. Moreover\, many sessions target one or more of these groups: \n\nChild welfare workers\, directors\, and staff from tribal\, state\, and federal programs\nTribal leaders\nSubstance abuse treatment staff\nMental health service providers\nLaw enforcement\nJudges\, attorneys\, and court and legal staff\nTeachers\, counselors\, educators\, school administrators\, and staff\nBIA and IHS social service staff\nGrassroots community organizers\nPrivate practice providers\nParents\, guardians\, elders\, and extended family members\n\nRegister through NICWA\n*In-person registration is sold out\, but virtual registration is still available.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nicwa-42nd-annual-protecting-our-children-conference/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240305T193119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T210847Z
UID:10000741-1712361600-1712447999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCRC Resource Table
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe Midwest Children’s Resource Center (MCRC) will have resources available to all visitors at their St. Paul and Minneapolis campus locations lobby area to share about who they are\, what they do\,  and resources for families. \nAbout MCRC\nMCRC is a child advocacy center (CAC) and clinic within Children’s Minnesota. They offer medical evaluations and case management in alleged child abuse cases\, serious neglect and witness to violence. The program consists of: \n\nA medical clinic at Children’s Minnesota – St. Paul\nA child advocacy center (CAC)\, governed by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA)\, an accreditation they’ve held since 1994\nConnection with community resources to provide a team approach for child abuse cases\n\nTheir experienced team is dedicated to providing the following services to victims of physical and sexual abuse and serious neglect: \n\nSpecialized medical evaluation and diagnosis\nAccurate identification and documentation\nCase management\nPsychological services\nHealth assessments and supportive programming for at-risk youth\nPrevention education programs for parents and caregivers\n\nLocations\nMinneapolis Campus\n2525 Chicago Ave \nMinneapolis\, MN 55404 \nSt. Paul Campus\n345 Smith Ave N. \nSt. Paul MN\, 55102
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcrc-resource-table/2024-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T210223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T210223Z
UID:10000597-1712133000-1712143800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Your FIRST Response to Alleged Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nProtecting children from child abuse and maltreatment requires that everyone understand how to recognize\, respond and report any form of maltreatment a child may experience. FIRST response is often the single most crucial step in effectively responding and reporting maltreatment. \nFIRST will give you and your community the tools necessary to protect kids better. This half-day training goes beyond recognizing types of maltreatment. The training combines both lecture and practicum giving participants the tools and practical skills to better communicate with a child during the initial outcry of maltreatment. \nThe FIRST process teaches three critical components: \nHow to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse and maltreatment\nHow to listen and respond to a child’s needs\nHow to effectively and accurately report any form of maltreatment to authorities\nYour FIRST Response to an Allegation of Child Maltreatment training teaches participants how to listen to children who have experienced maltreatment and gather the correct information needed in a way that puts the child’s needs FIRST. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nUnderstand the reality of child abuse\nUnderstand how to gather information utilizing the FIRST process\nUnderstand the responsibility of mandated reporting and the information needed for a report\n\nYour FIRST Response to Alleged Child Maltreatment is a train-the-trainer model. If you are interested in learning how you can train this material to those in your region\, reach out to Suzanne Severson (Suzanne@ZeroAbuseProject.org) for more information. \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, you must select pay using “PayPal” and it will take you to the option to select the credit card processing page. \nCancellation Policy: A $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.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-your-first-response-to-alleged-child-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240328T183120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T201100Z
UID:10000831-1711947600-1711998000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Community Impact Fundraising Event at Pizza Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Fundraise Event Overview\nNorth Star Family Advocacy Center is having a fundraiser event with Pizza Ranch. 10% of the profit made that day will go towards North Star’s continual work with local communities. \nSee flyer here. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/community-impact-fundraising-event-at-pizza-ranch/
LOCATION:Pizza Ranch\, 111 Fillmore St S\, Cambridge\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240328T213043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T213043Z
UID:10000832-1711929600-1714521599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:North Star Family Advocacy Center Community Giving Round It Up
DESCRIPTION:Fundraise Event Overview\nNorth Star Family Advocacy Center is City Center Market’s Community Giving Round It Up for April 2024. \nAbout Round It Up\nRound It Up is a program that offers shoppers a chance to round up” their grocery bill for recipient organizations that share City Center Market’s commitment to a healthy community. A different nonprofit organization is featured each month. When individuals round up their purchase to the nearest dollar\, those extra cents are given directly to a local organization doing amazing work for people who need it. This is a simple way for everyone to help make a difference in the Cambridge community. \nLearn more here.\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/north-star-family-advocacy-center-community-giving-round-it-up/
LOCATION:City Center Market\, 122 Buchanan St N\, Cambridge\, 55008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240305T215629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T215629Z
UID:10000799-1711929600-1714521599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Child's Place MOA Pond Fund
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nMall of America has several indoor ponds around their property where guests can drop change and make a wish. Each month\, a nonprofit organization is selected to receive the coins tossed into the ponds. Every year\, MOA collects and distributes approximately $24\,000 from our ponds. For April 2024\, Child’s Place is selected to receive all the coins tossed into MOA’s ponds. Please consider dropping your change and making a wish at MOA’s ponds during April 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/childs-place-moa-pond-fund/
LOCATION:Mall of America\, 60 E Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231127T204724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T204724Z
UID:10000594-1711929600-1712361599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol brings the field into the classroom\, enhancing the education of front-line child abuse response professionals. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorneys\, and forensic interviewers. \nStudents receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, which includes child development\, memory and suggestibility\, testifying in court\, legal issues\, and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion\, review of electronically recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. \nThis training will be held in person in the Duluth\, MN area. \nRegister through First Witness\nFirst Witness has scholarships available for counties\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from their payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nFirst Witness will let you know\, following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-13/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T173000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240227T184711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T184711Z
UID:10000733-1711555200-1711560600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Engaging Indigenous Families and Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis two-part training is for service providers seeking to engage and build relationships with Indigenous families and communities. Through a framework of levels of relationship\, participants will explore the concept of engagement as it pertains to tribal communities and examine how understanding of engagement may differ depending on the cultural context and level of collaboration. Participants will learn strategies to advance engagement with the indigenous families and communities they work with. \nLearners will:\n\nDescribe Indigenous cultural contexts and how they are distinct.\nDescribe and understand the importance of tribal sovereignty and the 4 R’s in working with tribal communities. \nDefine engagement within different cultural worldviews.\nIdentify Indigenous family and community engagement strategies and how these differ from engaging tribal organizations.\nAssess current practice in engaging Indigenous families and communities.\nExplore tools and resources to aid in engagement.\n\nRegister through Caltrin
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-engaging-indigenous-families-and-communities/2024-03-27/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000632-1711544400-1711548000@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/2024-03-27/
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;VALUE=DATE:20240327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240329
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240227T204025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T204025Z
UID:10000734-1711497600-1711670399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:RCAC Fundamentals of Team Facilitation 1: For New MDT Facilitators
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFundamentals of Team Facilitation 1 provides a strong foundation for professionals who serve in the role of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) facilitator for a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) regardless of their job title. This training will cover an overview of the MDT facilitator’s role in the CAC/MDT model\, an introduction to team development\, and skills for building trust and safety on the team. This virtual training is intended to fulfill the 8 hours of core training for MDT facilitators required in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance Standards for Accredited Members. \nPlease note: If you have been in the MDT facilitator role for more than 18 months\, we recommend you apply for Fundamentals of Team Facilitation 2: For Experienced MDT Facilitators. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify the strengths and challenges of the CAC/MDT Model\nUnderstand the importance of the MDT facilitator role on MDTs\nIdentify core responsibilities of the MDT facilitator role\nUnderstand the importance of safety and trust on a team\nApply strategies for building trust and psychological safety to their MDT\n\nRegister through RCAC\nApplications are open until Wednesday\, February 28\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/rcac-fundamentals-of-team-facilitation-1-for-new-mdt-facilitators/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T180000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240304T230536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T230536Z
UID:10000738-1711468800-1711476000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin When Trauma Reactions & Neurodevelopmental Disorders Overlap
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will review characteristics of trauma-related disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g.\, autism spectrum disorder\, ADHD) in children ages birth through 5 years. We will review complex presentations and highlight the overlap and distinctions. We will also explain how broadening your perspective can help you to understand a child’s needs and link families to appropriate services to promote positive outcomes. \nParticipants will\n\nExamine the overlap between neurodevelopmental disorders and trauma\nExplain why trauma-informed and developmentally informed approaches to working with children with developmental\, social-emotional\, and behavioral concerns are important for positive outcomes\nExamine the importance of flexible perspectives and the value of treatment over time in understanding a child’s needs\nLook at appropriate evidence-informed options for therapy\n\nWho should attend \nAll staff of family resource center (FRCs)\, child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs)\, community-based organizations\, and other child- and family-serving systems. \nImportant Training Information\n\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 be recorded. The recording will be available to registered learners within 2 days of the training.\nBy registering for a CalTrin training\, you consent to be added to the CalTrin mailing list.\n\nTraining Pre-Work\n\nVisit ACEs Aware and review the information found in the “ACE Fundamentals” and “Learn About Screening” sections\nRead Misdiagnosis and Missed Diagnoses in Foster and Adopted Children with Prenatal Alcohol Exposure (6 pp)\n\nRegister through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-when-trauma-reactions-neurodevelopmental-disorders-overlap/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20240319T164424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T164424Z
UID:10000819-1711459800-1711470600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Recognize\, Respond\, and Report Abuse and Neglect
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWe are very excited to offer this in-person class through funds from the Children’s Justice Act. If you meet the requirements of a first responder or are part of an MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team)\, you can qualify for FREE registration. \nPopulations such as Vulnerable Adults and the Elderly are often at increased risk of being victims of abuse or neglect. As professionals\, it is important to gain an understanding of the vulnerabilities and what we can do when responding. In this training\, learners will gain an understanding of the dramatic statistics across the United States and become aware of this growing concern. Discussion will include this population’s unique characteristics which can impact disclosures. Then\, learners will be given a framework to respond to observations or disclosures of abuse or neglect. Information will be provided on requirements for mandated reporting and how to make a report. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIncrease knowledge of data on vulnerable populations abuse and neglect\nGain introductory skills on recognizing the abuse/neglect of vulnerable populations through observation and disclosure\nProvide a framework for professionals and the community to respond to and report abuse or neglect of vulnerable populations\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-recognize-respond-and-report-abuse-and-neglect/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T065357
CREATED:20231018T165212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T165212Z
UID:10000565-1711447200-1711468800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Basic Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis will be an interactive and participatory virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing TF-CBT with children and families with fidelity and clinical competence. Clinicians will receive a training packet which will be mailed to them\, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT\, access to a private TF-CBT Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 12 group consultation calls. \nPlease Note: Training packets will be mailed on 11/14/23 to participants who have paid their registration in full and have provided their mailing address below. If we do not receive this information by 11/14\, you will be responsible for downloading and printing these materials for yourself from the handouts. \nPre-Training Assignments are due November 21\, 2023. It is important that participants complete all Pre-Training Assignments to maximize their learning during training\, which will focus on applying those concepts. The first of 12 group consultation calls will be held on Tuesday\, November 14 at 2 pm EST. Join using this link: https://zoom.us/j/4834429186 \nAttendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT and be ready to apply the model. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however\, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT cases\, they will not meet the criteria to seek national certification. \nAt the conclusion of this TF-CBT training\, participants will be able to:\n\nEvaluate which cases would benefit from TF-CBT and successfully engage families in treatment\nCreate session agendas and structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards\nExplain how to integrate gradual exposure into every TF-CBT session\nSupport children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma\nSupport caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma\nApply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma\n\nUpon completion of the virtual training\, participants will have most of the requirements for formal certification in TF-CBT (obtained through the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy National Therapist Certification Program). The Virtual Training and group calls count toward the requirements for national certification in TF-CBT. However\, a few additional guidelines for national certification must be met as established by the developers. (For more information\, please see www.tfcbt.org). \nTraining participants are required to have a web camera (i.e.\, on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in the TF-CBT 4-day training via web-platform. \nA 3-day initial training period \n\nThursday\, November 30\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:300 p.m. EST\nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nA 1-day booster training \n\nTuesday\, March 26\, 2024: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nRegister through NCA Engage\nThere is a cap of 50 attendees for this training. If registration is full\, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email leadershipconference@nca-online.org and we will add you to the waiting list. \nTo register for this training\, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one\, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization\, please enter MH23 as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-tf-cbt-basic-learning-community/2024-03-26/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Collecting Minimal Facts
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDo you work in Minnesota as a first responder to potential child abuse\, domestic violence or any other type of child maltreatment? Are you required to collect facts and pass those on to investigation? If yes\, this is the class for you. This class is geared toward law enforcement\, child protective services\, emergency responders who may come into contact with a child at a crime scene. \nWe are very excited to offer this in-person class through funds from the Children’s Justice Act. If you meet the requirements of a first responder or are part of an MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team)\, you can qualify for FREE registration. \nCollecting Minimal Facts is a specialized training tailored for mandated reporters and first responders\, offering insights into legal requirements while emphasizing respectful and trauma-informed approaches for gathering crucial information from vulnerable individuals. Ideal for those who may encounter cases of abuse or neglect\, this invaluable resource equips participants with essential skills to navigate sensitive situations responsibly and effectively. \nThis training is uniquely designed to meet the needs of mandated reporters and first responders in two ways. While it informs mandated reporters of requirements and expectations\, it additionally offers a process for receiving information from a child\, adolescent of vulnerable adult without creating unnecessary trauma\, or interfering with a possible investigation. This training is invaluable for anyone who may receive a disclosure of or have reason to suspect physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult and includes suspected child sex trafficking in Minnesota and additional states. \nMandated reporters include but are not limited to professionals or volunteers within healthcare\, education\, childcare\, law enforcement\, social service\, youth serving agencies\, faith-based organizations and licensed professionals or those working in licensed facilities. \nFirst responders are mandated reporters however they may have additional functions and concerns including but are not limited to law enforcement/patrol officers\, child protection workers\, paramedics\, firefighters\, Emergency Medical Technicians\, medical professionals and other first responder roles. \nFirst responders are mandated reporters however they may have additional functions and concerns which will be covered in this training. \nBy blending a variety of adult learning approaches\, this training is practical\, informational\, and interactive. Includes one-hour of pre-course online preparation and 4.5 hours of class time. \nLearning Objectives\n\nKnow the historical foundation for current MR requirement\nUnderstand the legal framework for Mandated Reporters\nUnderstand how to make a report of possible child maltreatment\nBe able to speak respectfully and responsibly with a child/adolescent about concerns of maltreatment\nBe able to listen respectfully and responsibly with a child/adolescent who makes a spontaneous disclosure\nBe able to gather sufficient information for an effective report without contaminating an investigation\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-collecting-minimal-facts/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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SUMMARY:Office for Victims of Crime Co-Advocacy: The Power of Collaboration in Victim Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCollaboration is crucial in effective victim services. Co-advocacy is a shift to a more interconnected\, collaborative\, survivor-centered approach that involves intentional relationship-building and resource-sharing across both system-based and community-based victim service agencies and can invite additional community partners into the process to support survivor-identified outcomes. The survivor-centered and survivor-informed aspect is particularly powerful\, as it ensures that the victims’/survivors’ identities\, needs\, and preferences are at the forefront of the process. Moving beyond historical disagreements and territoriality\, building a culture of co-advocacy strengthens the support system for victims/survivors and contributes to the overall effectiveness of advocacy efforts. Co-advocacy\, done well\, is about recognizing that each agency involved brings something unique to the table\, and together\, we can achieve more—leveraging strengths\, compensating for weaknesses\, and working toward a common goal that serves the best interests of those affected by crime. When collaboration with the victim/survivor is centered clearly\, it moves our advocacy beyond individual advocacy to make “warm handoffs” to intentional relationship-building and resource-sharing within their communities to best meet victims’/survivors’ needs. In this session\, participants learn effective ways to engage in essential conversations and nurture approaches that promote co-advocacy. \nAs a result of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify one strategy to help promote more robust collaboration across victim serving organizations.\nDescribe how co-advocacy helps promote positive victim-centered outcomes.\n\nRegister through Office for Victims of Crime\n  \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/office-for-victims-of-crime-co-advocacy-the-power-of-collaboration-in-victim-services/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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