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SUMMARY:CalTrin Child Trafficking 101
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCalifornia has long been a hub for child trafficking\, with children in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems at particularly high risk. This introductory training provides an overview of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) and Child Labor Trafficking —including how each is defined under law\, where and how trafficking occurs\, and the unique vulnerability factors that put youth at risk. \nParticipants will gain a foundational understanding of the complex trauma experienced by survivors and the importance of a multidisciplinary\, trauma-informed response involving child welfare\, probation\, education\, public health\, mental health\, advocates\, and other key partners. \nThe session will also highlight the Child and Family Policy Institute of California’s Preventing & Addressing Child Trafficking (PACT) Program\, which facilitates a statewide collaborative of more than 45 county-based child trafficking response programs. Attendees will gain access to critical resources and practical strategies to better serve and support youth and families across California. \nLearning Objectives\n\nGain an understanding of the key components of Child Trafficking\nBe able to identify signs of environmental risk factors and the stories behind them\nApply Trauma Informed techniques to prevent and address child trafficking\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-child-trafficking-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
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SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits 12 Golden Rules of Nonprofit Finance
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNonprofit financial health can seem like an elusive\, nuanced\, and subjective judgment call. In this webinar\, we will break it all down to 12 Golden Rules of nonprofit finance to keep your organization healthy. From budgeting to operating reserves\, if you follow these rules\, you’ll be on your way to a better understanding of nonprofit financial health. This session is a great introduction for those who are new to nonprofit finance. \nThis webinar will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. Propel webinars are recorded. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-12-golden-rules-of-nonprofit-finance-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T192257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192257Z
UID:10001470-1771372800-1771545599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Fundamentals in Victims Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe February 2026 Fundamentals in Victim Services Training is a virtual training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. Topics covered in this training: \n\nThe Neurobiology of Trauma\nAdvocating within Systems\nExperienced Advocate Panel\nOccupational Identity Management and Preventing Burnout\nCrime Victims’ Rights\nFinancial Assistance for Crime Victims\nBias\, Privilege\, and Oppression\n\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills. \nExpectations for the Virtual Format \nFundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work in breakout sessions\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 30 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nModules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate\, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants\, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all the modules. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-fundamentals-in-victims-services-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T224014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T224014Z
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SUMMARY:NCJTC Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAvoid potential conflict both professionally and personally by learning to organize your thinking and respond calmly. Consider the approaches you can take to prevent and respond to verbal conflict. This course will explore the communication process\, conflict prevention\, and help you understand why conflicts occur. Instruction will also cover certain circumstances in which verbal de-escalation techniques may not be appropriate\, and provide techniques to resolve such conflicts. Join us to learn how de-escalation techniques and communication skills can potentially defuse tense situations and lead to more successful outcomes. This training does not cover physical intervention techniques. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLeverage verbal and nonverbal approaches to improve service outcomes\nConsider and apply techniques when facing those who are emotionally charged or suffering from some form of crisis\nDemonstrate active listening skills to be best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nRegister Through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-5/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T221038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T221038Z
UID:10001440-1770901200-1770908400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN Navigating Difficult Conversations at Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAre you looking to improve your ability to navigate challenging conversations with coworkers? If so\, join us for a participatory workshop where we’ll explore practical strategies for handling tough discussions in the workplace. \nWhether it’s managing interpersonal and interdepartmental conflict\, addressing sensitive topics\, or re-engaging conversation after a rough start\, this session will give you tools and practice to approach difficult conversations with less anxiety and more confidence. \nTogether\, we’ll create a supportive space to share experiences\, learn from each other\, and leave feeling empowered to foster positive\, respectful dialogue in our professional relationships. \nTo make the most of this experience\, please come prepared with a specific conflict you are currently facing or anticipate facing in the near future. This will allow you to directly apply the insights and techniques we discuss during the session. \nLearning Objectives\n\nLearn and practice effective approaches to engaging in workplace conflict\, and build confidence to navigate the inevitable\, tensions in a generative way.\nDevelop greater self awareness about how we each enter difficult conversations using the Courageous Conversations Compass Tool.\nPractice utilizing deep self reflection to better understand how to effectively express your needs and understand other’s needs.\nUtilize thoughtful conversation starter prompts to tee up and prep for difficult conversations.\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-navigating-difficult-conversations-at-work/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T220840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T220840Z
UID:10001439-1770802200-1770807600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN Protecting Nonprofits in Times of Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn times of uncertainty and stress\, leadership isn’t just about managing — it’s about creating stability\, trust\, and a culture where people can do their best work. Trauma-informed leadership is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for navigating today’s workplace\, where systemic challenges and emotional strain impact performance\, morale\, and retention. \nThis interactive workshop will give you practical tools to understand\, address and mitigate trauma’s impact – helping you to create a culture where both you and your team can thrive. \nLearning Objectives\n\nRecognize the Impact of Trauma in the Workplace: Understand how trauma\, stress\, and systemic challenges affect team dynamics\, performance\, and organizational culture\, and learn to identify signs of trauma responses in yourself and your team.\nApply Trauma-Informed Leadership Principles: Implement key trauma-informed leadership strategies to foster psychological safety\, strengthen trust\, and create a workplace environment that promotes well-being\, resilience\, and engagement.\nEnhance Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills: Develop practical tools for navigating difficult conversations\, setting compassionate boundaries\, and responding effectively to emotional reactivity in a way that supports both individual and organizational growth.\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-protecting-nonprofits-in-times-of-uncertainty/
LOCATION:Wilder Foundation Center\, 451 Lexington Parkway N\, St Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251119T214227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T214227Z
UID:10001405-1770800400-1770811200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Fundamentals of Nonprofit Finance
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training is designed to make you more comfortable with nonprofit finance. We’ll walk through nonprofit financial reports including the income statement (statement of activities) and balance sheet (statement of financial position). You will gain an understanding of nonprofit finance terminology\, financial statements\, and staff and board roles and responsibilities. This workshop is right for you if you are new to the nonprofit sector\, nonprofit finance\, or your position as staff or board member. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. \nPropel workshops are not recorded. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-fundamentals-of-nonprofit-finance-9/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T220449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T220449Z
UID:10001438-1770714000-1770721200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Leading with Care: Trauma-Informed Leadership for Nonprofit Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn times of uncertainty and stress\, leadership isn’t just about managing — it’s about creating stability\, trust\, and a culture where people can do their best work. Trauma-informed leadership is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for navigating today’s workplace\, where systemic challenges and emotional strain impact performance\, morale\, and retention. \nThis interactive workshop will give you practical tools to understand\, address and mitigate trauma’s impact – helping you to create a culture where both you and your team can thrive. \nLearning Objectives\n\nRecognize the Impact of Trauma in the Workplace: Understand how trauma\, stress\, and systemic challenges affect team dynamics\, performance\, and organizational culture\, and learn to identify signs of trauma responses in yourself and your team.\nApply Trauma-Informed Leadership Principles: Implement key trauma-informed leadership strategies to foster psychological safety\, strengthen trust\, and create a workplace environment that promotes well-being\, resilience\, and engagement.\nEnhance Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills: Develop practical tools for navigating difficult conversations\, setting compassionate boundaries\, and responding effectively to emotional reactivity in a way that supports both individual and organizational growth.\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-leading-with-care-trauma-informed-leadership-for-nonprofit-professionals/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251008T191030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T191030Z
UID:10001352-1770681600-1771459199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC’s comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event. There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the Clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. Members of existing multidisciplinary child abuse investigation teams including Child Advocacy Centers (CACs)\, professionals who are responsible for conducting child forensic interviews for police agencies and government-sponsored child protection agencies\, and child abuse pediatric fellows are the target audience for APSAC’s Child Forensic Interview Clinics. The APSAC Clinic is an initial training for these professionals who conduct in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect or other crimes. The Clinic is not appropriate for and will not accept professionals who conduct child interviews for other purposes. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance\, you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nEndorsed by a police agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nA child abuse pediatric fellow.\n\nUpon completion of the Clinic participants will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team.(Exceptions are extremely limited and must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event & participants are required to attend all 5 days.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-forensic-interview-clinics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251028T163318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163318Z
UID:10001378-1770681600-1771027199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Friday\, February 6\, 2026!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-a-disability-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251008T185918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T185918Z
UID:10001348-1770595200-1771027199@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. \nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol is an NCA-approved forensic interview protocol for accreditation. \nThis training will be held in-person at the First Witness Capstan Training Center in Duluth\, MN. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-21/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251118T175845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T175845Z
UID:10001392-1770595200-1770767999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Advanced Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\n\nThis course is for investigative professionals who work with children and families of abuse.\n\n\n\nAdvanced Forensic Interview Training \nThis training is designed to provide multiple opportunities for professionals to expand the scope of expertise surrounding their forensic interviewing practice. Topics have been selected based on requests from the field and will build upon the foundational knowledge and skills that learners have developed to this point. There are a limited number of online activities that need to be completed prior to the in-person CornerHouse training. These activities are intended to establish a shared foundation and allow learners to focus on the application of research- and practice-based knowledge and information during the in-person portion of the curriculum. All learners are requested to bring a forensic interview recording for review. \nLearners who complete CornerHouse’s Advanced Forensic Interview Training will: \n\nEngage in the process of peer review and consultation\, for the purpose of increasing skills and knowledge as well as increasing familiarity with the significance of the process.\nDevelop a solid foundation to effectively speak to the basics and the complexities of forensic interviewing\, particularly in a legal setting.\nEnhance their capacity to adjust\, address or negotiate the numerous challenges presented in a wide range of forensic interviews.\nIncrease interviewing skills and abilities in regard to target populations\, including adolescents\, children with unique needs and varying abilities and witnesses to crimes.\n\nHow is the training provided? \n\nThe 6 hours of online learning is required and will be available 3 weeks before the in-person training. This learning will be reviewed and discussed during training.\nIn-person learning takes place over two days in Roseville\, Minnesota\nClass size limited to 12 participants\, assuring a small\, personal learning environment\nActive and experiential in-person training utilizes interviews\, lectures\, discussion\, demonstration videos\, role-playing\, and guided reflection\n\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers; investigators from child/adult protection\, tribal social services\, and law enforcement; prosecuting attorneys; and other multi-disciplinary team members who have conducted a minimum of 10 interviews (waived for Prosecutors) \n\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-advanced-forensic-interview-training-13/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260128T203737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203737Z
UID:10001487-1770303600-1770307200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | The Role of Accountability in the Coaching Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nResearch that shows that accountability is one of the key indicators of successful goal achievement. When a person sets a goal\, but doesn’t share it with anyone\, there’s a greater likelihood they will give up on the goal and choose an easier path. In the process of coaching and goal setting\, accountability is one of the foundations of the client-coach relationship. The coach’s role in the process is to act as an informed partner and a compassionate motivator\, not a rigid disciplinarian. In this session we will explore the importance of accountability to client success\, and identify ways to create solid accountability plans with them. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe why accountability is a critical factor for success in coaching\nIdentify the characteristics of an effective accountability partnership (informed partner and compassionate motivator) versus a rigid or punitive approach\nUtilize coaching practices that hold clients able empowering them to take ownership of their commitments through self-reflection\, resource identification\, and supportive follow-up conversations\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-the-role-of-accountability-in-the-coaching-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T220229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T220229Z
UID:10001437-1770296400-1770307200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN Beginning Grantseeking
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhere does the grantseeking process start? How do you find funders interested in your organization and your programs? There are proven tactics for finding funders that are a good fit for your organization–and plentiful resources online–many of them free! \nIn this three-hour live online training\, we’ll discuss the best ways to begin grantseeking (which is closer than you think!)\, explore four good places to start looking\, work through a proven process for finding funder information\, discover how to “dig deeper” into a foundation’s interests\, and determine the best way for you to start capturing what you are learning about your organization and its potential funders. This training is specifically designed to help you gain important grantseeking competencies and skills related to researching\, identifying\, and matching funding resources to meet specific needs. \nWorkshop participants will receive a digital copy of the Handbook for Successful Grant Writing that covers topics ranging from research and planning to a glossary of commonly used terms. The Handbook is only available to participants and is not otherwise for sale. \nThis session focuses on the nonprofit funding landscape and the process of seeking grants. The second session in this series is Beginning Grantwriting\, which centers around writing grants. There is also an Intermediate Grantwriting session that serves as a writing workshop. We also offer a State Grantwriting 101\, which offers an overview of the Minnesota state grantmaking process. Visit MCN’s Event Calendar to register for one or all. \nLearning Objectives\n\nKnow more about major trends in grant funding\nApply methods of locating funding sources\nExplore techniques to learn about specific funders\nDetermine the right method for maintaining\, tracking\, and updating information on potential funders\nIdentify fundable programs and projects for your organization\nLocate best matches between funders and specific programs\nInterpret grant application request for proposal (RFP) guidelines and requirements to accurately assess funder intent\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-beginning-grantseeking/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251222T214011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T214011Z
UID:10001412-1770292800-1770300000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH | Treating OCD in Children & Adolescents: An Overview for Clinicians
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nObsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can derail a child’s world.  This training offers a clear\, comprehensive overview of OCD\, equipping participants with effective strategies for diagnosis\, assessment\, and treatment planning. Participants will learn how to adapt Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for children using practical\, kid-friendly techniques and real case examples that bring each concept to life. The training also emphasizes how clinicians can partner with and guide parents and caregivers to strengthen progress throughout the OCD treatment process. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of OCD in children and differentiate from anxiety disorders\nApply treatment strategies from Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with children and adolescents\nDescribe ways to collaborate with and guide parents/caregivers in supporting their child’s treatment\n\nRegister Through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-treating-ocd-in-children-adolescents-an-overview-for-clinicians/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251119T214415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T214415Z
UID:10001406-1770282000-1770292800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Treasurer/Finance Committee: Right People\, Right Roles
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWere you just elected board treasurer or to the finance committee\, and you’re not sure what to do? Or are you an executive director or board chair with a new board treasurer who needs some finance confidence to carry out their role? This session is geared toward helping new treasurers and finance committee members (or current ones looking for a refresher) be successful in their role. We will cover tools and practices that can help board treasurers develop finance skills\, ask strategic financial questions\, lead board development in finance\, and keep the numbers connected to the mission. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. Propel workshops are not recorded. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits\nRegistration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Your space is guaranteed upon receipt of the registration fee. Online payment is made using the registration link associated with your selected training. Registration fees may also be paid by check. Make checks payable to Propel Nonprofits. Checks must be received prior to event to complete registration and guarantee space. \nRegistrations canceled prior to the start of a training receive a full refund or credit transferable for you or another person to attend a future scheduled workshop. No refunds or credits will be granted for no-shows. To cancel or adjust reservations prior to the event\, contact training@propelnonprofits.org
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-treasurer-finance-committee-right-people-right-roles-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T215210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215210Z
UID:10001436-1770206400-1770211800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT | Moral Injury Explained: How it Differs from PTSD & Why It's Often Missed
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMoral injury occurs when individuals perpetrate\, witness\, or fail to prevent actions that violate their deeply held moral beliefs. It causes profound psychological\, emotional\, and spiritual distress. Moral injury differs from PTSD as its focus is on shame and loss of trust\, rather than fear-based trauma. \nIt’s essential for people to learn about moral injury because it helps them recognize a form of distress that is often misdiagnosed or overlooked as depression or PTSD. Understanding moral injury enables clinicians to more accurately identify the underlying guilt\, shame\, betrayal\, and loss of meaning that may contribute to clients’ presentations yet remain undetected through standard assessments. This awareness enhances diagnostic precision\, supports the development of a strong therapeutic alliance by validating clients’ moral and existential distress\, and informs interventions that address not only psychological symptoms but also the ethical conflicts\, identity disruption\, and spiritual concerns inherent in moral injury. \nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-moral-injury-explained-how-it-differs-from-ptsd-why-its-often-missed/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trafficking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260128T204140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T204140Z
UID:10001488-1770206400-1770210000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Cultural Competence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDevelop an understanding of inclusive language\, learn to recognize and avoid microaggressions\, and build intercultural competency skills. Explore the impact of microaggressions and how to prevent them\, then focus on intercultural skills like understanding cultural norms\, identifying personal biases\, and practicing effective communication across diverse backgrounds. \nLearning Objectives\n\nBuild awareness of how your own cultural background\, values\, and experiences shape the way you see and interact with others.\nAdopt an open and curious attitude by practicing growth mindset\, empathy\, and respect when engaging across cultural differences.\nIncrease knowledge of cultural values\, communication styles\, and workplace norms to better understand how people from different cultures work and make decisions.\nStrengthen insive skills such as active listening\, perspective‑taking\, flexing communication styles\, and responding constructively to microaggressions\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-cultural-competence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260128T203325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203325Z
UID:10001486-1770120000-1770127200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Psychological Safety: The Foundation for a Connected & Engaged Team
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCulture is a complicated blend of values\, assumptions\, perceptions\, attitudes\, beliefs\, behaviors\, and customs. But at the end of the day\, it all comes out in the way we interact. How we interact in the human services arena is largely created and sustained at the supervisor level. We find psychological safety at the heart of all of this—culture\, human experience\, and interaction. This training will center on the power of psychological safety to build a connected and engaged team. \nWe will discuss the impact of psychological safety on team dynamics\, individual well-being\, and the overall effectiveness of our services. Participants will learn and practice several ways to assess psychological safety on and with their teams and acquire practical strategies and best practices for promoting and enhancing psychological safety within their teams. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify three stages of psychological safety and their impact on team/organizational culture\nIdentify at least two ways to assess psychological safety on a team\nCarry out at least three practical strategies to promote psychological safety in teams and organizations\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-psychological-safety-the-foundation-for-a-connected-engaged-team/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260115T190816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T201249Z
UID:10001469-1770116400-1770120000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Evidentia Learning | New Resources for Children with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar is hosted by Dr. Amelia Siders\, psychologist and clinician with more than 15 years of experience working in the Child Advocacy Center community\, and Jerri Sites\, a nationally recognized expert in child abuse response and developer of the MDT Series eLearning Collection. This free webinar will provide an overview of two new resources designed to support clinicians and MDTs who work with children with problematic sexual behaviors. New open-sourced assessment tools and resources will be reviewed including the Assessment of Sexual Behavior-Child Version (ASB-C) and the Sexual Harm: Assessing Resilience and Concern (SHARC). \nThis webinar builds on the foundational content of the Problematic Sexual Behaviors modules from the MDT Series eLearning Collection. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReceive an overview of the ASB-C and SHARC assessment tools\nLearn how to access and utilize the measures to support children with problematic sexual behaviors\nBe provided an overview of resources and supports for clinicians and MDTs\n\nRegister At Evidentia Learning\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/evidentia-learning-new-resources-for-children-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
ORGANIZER;CN="Evidentia Learning":MAILTO:support@evidentialearning.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251118T174739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T174746Z
UID:10001390-1769990400-1770335999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Do No Harm Interviewing Skills Needed When There Are Concerns About Abuse: The Why\, The When\, The How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA First-of-Its-Kind\, Multi-Module Training Series\nFor professionals who may talk with children about abuse — outside official CAC forensic interview roles. Whether in mental health\, healthcare\, education\, child welfare\, law enforcement\, or frontline work\, gain the skills to respond safely without causing harm. \nProfessionals in many settings have contact with children who may have witnessed or been a victim of violence. Children sometimes make statements that are as alarming as they are unclear\, resulting in a professional feeling anxious about child safety and confusion about how to manage a mandated report. In some situations\, professionals need clarity regarding a child’s statement and in other situations professionals need to get some information from a child before or after an investigation and child forensic interview. \nThis training will teach child serving professionals across disciplines how to talk with the child in a non-invasive manner that allows the child to provide basic information about the concerns and feel supported in the process. Specific emphasis will be on how to enhance rapport building throughout an interview\, address the importance of including narrative event practice prior to talking about the issue of concern\, and will teach specific interview techniques focusing on the use of open-ended questions from narrative event practice through basic questioning about the concerns. \nPresenters will cover memory and cognitive development research and the values of these skills. Presenters will also provide an overview of the components of child maltreatment investigations and child forensic interviewing. Attendees will learn and practice new skills that may help them respond effectively to children who make statements that raise child maltreatment or family violence concerns. The goal of using these skills is to support the child\, get helpful basic information\, and enhance\, not hinder an investigation. \nLearn the Why\, When & How\nSafe\, developmentally appropriate\, evidence-informed interviewing skills — stay in your role and reduce risk. \nWhy does this training matter?\n\nFills a national gap for non-CAC interviewers\nPromotes trauma-informed\, child-centered\, legally sound practice\nLed by national experts in forensic interviewing & child protection\n\nMODULE 3: The How and Beyond – Research-Informed Interviewing\nPrerequisite: Module 1 must be completed prior to attending Module 3. Module 2 must be completed or registered for prior to attending Module 3. \n\nDemonstrate the ability to differentiate the purpose of the non-forensic interviewer interview from a formal child forensic interview.\nExplain the key stages of research-informed interviewing and how these stages may differ from a formal child forensic interview.\nEvaluate the quality of interview questions by understanding the type of questions used.\nGive examples of how to prioritize and maximize open-ended questions to elicit accurate narratives and reliable information from children.\nExplain the best ways to structure their interviews to support the child and future investigation.\nDemonstrate knowledge of language and memory development to generating interview questions.\nIdentify how child development and linguistic considerations affect abilities of children to understand and respond to adult questioning.\nIdentify and give examples of age-appropriate questions and ways of assessing child’s developmental level and abilities.\nDemonstrate knowledge of challenges to talking with children and ways of reducing drift. Make a plan for avoiding draft.\nExplain key memory concepts critical in effective child interviewing: How children’s memories differ from adults\, Recall v. Recognition memory\, Memory source monitoring\, Script memory\nGive examples of key memory concept questions critical in effective child interviewing: Recall memory\, Recognition memory\, Memory source monitoring\, Script memory\, Episodic memory\nSummarize key principles of best practice interview techniques and components gleaned from the research\, with reference to key provisions of the APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing in Cases of Suspected Child Abuse.\nExplain next steps to a child and supportive family members (as needed) that match practitioners role in the interview process.\n\nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event and participants are required to attend all four dates.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-do-no-harm-interviewing-skills-needed-when-there-are-concerns-about-abuse-the-why-the-when-the-how-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20251028T163025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163025Z
UID:10001377-1769990400-1770335999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Friday\, January 2\, 2026!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-12/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T193755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193821Z
UID:10001475-1769778000-1769788800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 1: Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 3 will introduce the different ways that evaluation can serve you\, including in being able to describe how your prevention work contributes to broader community impact. The session will focus on selecting an appropriate focus for your evaluation and tools to help you plan an effective evaluation. Topics such as formative vs. process vs. outcome evaluation will be discussed. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-1-surveys-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T193640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193640Z
UID:10001474-1769677200-1769688000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 2: Qualitative Data
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 2 will focus on working with qualitative data (e.g.\, listening sessions/focus groups/interviews)\, from design to data collection and analysis. The workshop will assume some previous experience with these methods\, but does not assume advanced knowledge. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-2-qualitative-data/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260102T220837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215856Z
UID:10001427-1769605200-1769612400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Multigenerational Competency in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThere are currently 4-5 distinct generations in the workforce. This fact can bring value to teams based on diverse ways of thinking and processing – and it can create challenges. This session is designed to ‘normalize’ some of these challenges\, explore some of the differences\, and provide guidance to leaders as to how to focus on the advantages of the differences between generations. The ability to reframe the negative into more positive will support leaders in helping their teams be more effective. \nLearning Objectives\n\nAttendees will be able to clearly understand the various generations that are currently in the workforce\, highlighting some of the key factors that have influenced each generation.\nAttendees will explore some typical stereotypes and review how to notice them and work to dispel them when they are not helpful.\nAttendees will review information about differences in workforce dynamics and how to focus on the leadership qualities that are beneficial to all staff members\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-multigenerational-competency-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T192824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192824Z
UID:10001472-1769605200-1769610600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:PreventConnect | Prevention People Can Understand: Communicating Prevention with Clarity and Impact
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe ways we talk about prevention matter. Strong relationships\, trust\, and shared understanding are at the center of preventing sexual and intimate partner violence\, yet the language we use as professionals doesn’t always match what resonates in communities. \nThis session explores how to talk about prevention in ways that feel clear\, relatable\, and grounded in real life. Join PreventConnect to explore how language shapes understanding\, learn how to simplify complex ideas without losing meaning\, and how to communicate in ways that reflect the values of safety\, belonging\, and collaboration. \nTogether\, we’ll practice creating messages that help community partners\, program participants\, and local leaders see themselves in the work and feel invited to be part of it. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify language choices that make prevention work easier to understand and more welcoming.\nBuild confidence in translating technical or academic terms into language that connects with community partners..\nPractice crafting messages that reflect community strengths\, culture\, and lived experience.\n\nRegister Through PreventConnect
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/preventconnect-prevention-people-can-understand-communicating-prevention-with-clarity-and-impact/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T193543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193543Z
UID:10001473-1769590800-1769601600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 1: Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 1 will focus on surveys\, including survey design and development\, data analysis\, interpretation\, and sharing findings. The workshop will assume some previous experience with using surveys\, but not advanced knowledge. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-1-surveys/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260107T213214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T213214Z
UID:10001435-1769522400-1769526000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT How Does Trafficking Happen and How to Respond?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training explains how individuals are recruited or groomed into trafficking situations\, and debunks common myths – including that trafficking involves kidnapping and forcible confinement. We will take a deep dive into the “Romeo” or “boyfriend” trafficking strategy. A framework involving 6 stages of grooming into trafficking is introduced\, which leads into a discussion of trauma-informed strategies for interacting with suspected or confirmed trafficking victims. The presentation introduces a number of myths related to human trafficking\, replacing them with facts\, with the final myth being that victims will self-disclose their exploitation. There are many reasons why victims do not self-disclose\, and we must be sensitive to these dynamics. At the end of the training\, participants will be able to identify stages of grooming\, differentiate strategies of trauma-informed care\, and explain trauma bonding. \nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-how-does-trafficking-happen-and-how-to-respond/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trafficking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260102T221915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215434Z
UID:10001428-1769520600-1769527800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Engaging Your Board in Fundraising Without the Struggle
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEngaging boards in fundraising is one of the most frustrating challenges for nonprofit leaders. We want them to help\, but not too much\, and in just the right way. \nIn order to ease the tension with our boards when it comes to fundraising\, we must: \n\nUse a gift table to determine what we need from board members. The number of donor introductions is determined by the number of prospects we need. A gift table helps us figure that out.\nDetermine their role in fundraising by looking at the board’s governance structure. Working boards provide a different level of support than governance boards. We align our expectations with the governance structure.\nMap board engagement opportunities to the specific fundraising strategies you’re prioritizing—whether that’s major gifts\, events\, grants\, annual giving\, or corporate sponsorship.\n\nYou’ll leave with a concrete next step to deepen board engagement in fundraising—one that fits your board’s structure\, your current priorities\, and your organization’s fundraising plan. \nLearning Objectives\n\nClarify the role of their board in fundraising based on whether they operate as a working board or governance board.\nIdentify the most effective ways their board can contribute to different fundraising strategies (e.g.\, major gifts\, events\, corporate sponsors\, grants).\nUse a gift table to determine specific fundraising needs\, including the number of prospects and asks needed to reach a goal.\nFacilitate a board storytelling activity that equips your board members to engage others in a conversation about their “why” for supporting your organization.\nLeave with one actionable next step to engage their board more meaningfully in the fundraising process.\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-engaging-your-board-in-fundraising-without-the-struggle/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T173635
CREATED:20260121T192650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192650Z
UID:10001471-1769518800-1769524200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:PreventConnect | Prevention Made Simple: Understanding How We Stop Violence Before It Starts
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nPrimary prevention of sexual and intimate partner violence can often feel overwhelming and full of frameworks\, acronyms\, and technical terms. But at its core\, prevention is about creating conditions where violence is less likely to happen and where safety\, connection\, and wellbeing can thrive. \nIn this introductory session\, primary prevention will be explained in clear\, accessible language alongside an exploration of how community environments and conditions shape health\, safety\, and behavior. Practical examples from the field will illustrate what prevention looks like in action and make core concepts tangible and easy to understand. This session also lays the groundwork for the companion session\, which will focus on communicating prevention in ways that resonate with communities and partners. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplain primary prevention of sexual and intimate partner violence in plain\, accessible language.\nDescribe how community environments influence health\, safety\, and behavior.\nIdentify real-world examples of strategies that reduce the likelihood of violence.\nIdentify tools and resources that support ongoing learning in prevention practice.\n\nRegister Through PreventConnect
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/preventconnect-prevention-made-simple-understanding-how-we-stop-violence-before-it-starts/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events
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