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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Summer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Series Overview\nCornerHouse is presenting four-days of virtual webinars over lunch period that will address a range of topics by their best trainers. Attendees can attend any or all the webinars for free. \nThe Presentation and Impact of Trauma on Children in Various Developmental Stages: What Might It Look Like and How Can We Respond?\nMonday\, June 17\,2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: CornerHouse Mental Health Team\nJoin CornerHouse therapists for a presentation on child development and how what we expect at different ages could be impacted by experiences of abuse and trauma. Brush up on your knowledge of expected child development during key stages while learning how those expected behaviors and abilities may change or look when a child has experienced and/or witnessed sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, or domestic violence. And don’t fret if you’re wondering\, “Ok\, and what do I do if I’m noticing these in a child?”  We’ll discuss some key ways you can respond and intervene\, as well as recommendations for when/how to seek additional help from mental health service providers. \nDon’t Take It Personally: Recognizing and Understanding Stress and Trauma Triggers\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Jane Straub\, Training Director\nWorking with survivors and their support people can be challenging and frustrating especially when we are not recognizing some common behaviors as what they are: responses to stress and trauma. Understanding what may drive some of these behaviors is critical to building rapport and trust. This session will identify some common\, yet misinterpreted behaviors that are related to stress and trauma as well as how to work through these roadblocks. \nWe’re Listening! An Introduction to CornerHouse’s Adult Interviewing Project\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Elizabeth Eagle\, M.S.C.J.\, Response Services Director\nCan adult survivors of child sex abuse be interviewed at CornerHouse?” That was the question that began the Adult Pilot Project in the fall of 2020. It was posed to us by a law enforcement partner who was advocating for a trauma informed option for interviewing adult survivors of childhood sex abuse. In this presentation attendees will learn more about the origin story behind the project\, considerations\, guidelines\, and the experience of interviewing adult survivors using the guiding principles of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigations. \nTestifying 101\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Stephanie Randolph\, MA\, Forensic Interviewer\nTestifying in court can be super stressful and nerve-racking. While a little anxiety can actually be helpful\, no one wants be a sweaty anxious mess on the stand.  Interviewer Stephanie Randolph will give you her top 10 tips that she uses to feel prepared and confident in court. This is most useful for anyone that has had limited court experience or just struggles with feeling comfortable when testifying. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCornerHouse will not be providing continuing education units\, however\, they can provide titles\, descriptions\, objectives\, and trainer’s biography if attendees would like to submit or apply for CEU’s.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-summer-seminar-series/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Summer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Series Overview\nCornerHouse is presenting four-days of virtual webinars over lunch period that will address a range of topics by their best trainers. Attendees can attend any or all the webinars for free. \nThe Presentation and Impact of Trauma on Children in Various Developmental Stages: What Might It Look Like and How Can We Respond?\nMonday\, June 17\,2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: CornerHouse Mental Health Team\nJoin CornerHouse therapists for a presentation on child development and how what we expect at different ages could be impacted by experiences of abuse and trauma. Brush up on your knowledge of expected child development during key stages while learning how those expected behaviors and abilities may change or look when a child has experienced and/or witnessed sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, or domestic violence. And don’t fret if you’re wondering\, “Ok\, and what do I do if I’m noticing these in a child?”  We’ll discuss some key ways you can respond and intervene\, as well as recommendations for when/how to seek additional help from mental health service providers. \nDon’t Take It Personally: Recognizing and Understanding Stress and Trauma Triggers\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Jane Straub\, Training Director\nWorking with survivors and their support people can be challenging and frustrating especially when we are not recognizing some common behaviors as what they are: responses to stress and trauma. Understanding what may drive some of these behaviors is critical to building rapport and trust. This session will identify some common\, yet misinterpreted behaviors that are related to stress and trauma as well as how to work through these roadblocks. \nWe’re Listening! An Introduction to CornerHouse’s Adult Interviewing Project\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Elizabeth Eagle\, M.S.C.J.\, Response Services Director\nCan adult survivors of child sex abuse be interviewed at CornerHouse?” That was the question that began the Adult Pilot Project in the fall of 2020. It was posed to us by a law enforcement partner who was advocating for a trauma informed option for interviewing adult survivors of childhood sex abuse. In this presentation attendees will learn more about the origin story behind the project\, considerations\, guidelines\, and the experience of interviewing adult survivors using the guiding principles of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigations. \nTestifying 101\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Stephanie Randolph\, MA\, Forensic Interviewer\nTestifying in court can be super stressful and nerve-racking. While a little anxiety can actually be helpful\, no one wants be a sweaty anxious mess on the stand.  Interviewer Stephanie Randolph will give you her top 10 tips that she uses to feel prepared and confident in court. This is most useful for anyone that has had limited court experience or just struggles with feeling comfortable when testifying. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCornerHouse will not be providing continuing education units\, however\, they can provide titles\, descriptions\, objectives\, and trainer’s biography if attendees would like to submit or apply for CEU’s.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-summer-seminar-series/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Summer Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Series Overview\nCornerHouse is presenting four-days of virtual webinars over lunch period that will address a range of topics by their best trainers. Attendees can attend any or all the webinars for free. \nThe Presentation and Impact of Trauma on Children in Various Developmental Stages: What Might It Look Like and How Can We Respond?\nMonday\, June 17\,2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: CornerHouse Mental Health Team\nJoin CornerHouse therapists for a presentation on child development and how what we expect at different ages could be impacted by experiences of abuse and trauma. Brush up on your knowledge of expected child development during key stages while learning how those expected behaviors and abilities may change or look when a child has experienced and/or witnessed sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, or domestic violence. And don’t fret if you’re wondering\, “Ok\, and what do I do if I’m noticing these in a child?”  We’ll discuss some key ways you can respond and intervene\, as well as recommendations for when/how to seek additional help from mental health service providers. \nDon’t Take It Personally: Recognizing and Understanding Stress and Trauma Triggers\nTuesday\, June 18\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Jane Straub\, Training Director\nWorking with survivors and their support people can be challenging and frustrating especially when we are not recognizing some common behaviors as what they are: responses to stress and trauma. Understanding what may drive some of these behaviors is critical to building rapport and trust. This session will identify some common\, yet misinterpreted behaviors that are related to stress and trauma as well as how to work through these roadblocks. \nWe’re Listening! An Introduction to CornerHouse’s Adult Interviewing Project\nThursday\, June 20\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Elizabeth Eagle\, M.S.C.J.\, Response Services Director\nCan adult survivors of child sex abuse be interviewed at CornerHouse?” That was the question that began the Adult Pilot Project in the fall of 2020. It was posed to us by a law enforcement partner who was advocating for a trauma informed option for interviewing adult survivors of childhood sex abuse. In this presentation attendees will learn more about the origin story behind the project\, considerations\, guidelines\, and the experience of interviewing adult survivors using the guiding principles of a multi-disciplinary approach to investigations. \nTestifying 101\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Presented by: Stephanie Randolph\, MA\, Forensic Interviewer\nTestifying in court can be super stressful and nerve-racking. While a little anxiety can actually be helpful\, no one wants be a sweaty anxious mess on the stand.  Interviewer Stephanie Randolph will give you her top 10 tips that she uses to feel prepared and confident in court. This is most useful for anyone that has had limited court experience or just struggles with feeling comfortable when testifying. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCornerHouse will not be providing continuing education units\, however\, they can provide titles\, descriptions\, objectives\, and trainer’s biography if attendees would like to submit or apply for CEU’s.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-summer-seminar-series/2024-06-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Abusive Head Trauma & Child Death: A Symposium for Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs prosecutors grapple with the repercussions of an increase in physical abuse and abusive head trauma\, it is critical to provide training to improve the overall quality of the criminal investigation and prosecution of these complicated cases. \nIn response to these trends\, Zero Abuse Project and the New York Prosecutors Training Institute will jointly host an in-person training for prosecutors dedicated solely to the topics of abusive head trauma and child death. The training will use multidisciplinary subject matter experts from the field to address topics such as medical findings and literature\, investigation techniques\, improved multidisciplinary approach\, preparation and direct examination of the state’s experts\, preparation and cross-examination of defense experts\, pre-trial litigation\, and topics around professional well-being. \nTopics will include the latest in abusive head trauma science and medical evidence\, investigating deaths involving medically complex children\, corroborating crime scenes in child death cases\, and more! \nRegister through ZAP\nThere is no registration fee for the symposium\, however attendees are required to cover their own travel and meal costs. \n\n\nContinuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits\n\n\n\n\nNYPTI will provide CLE credits ONLY to New York prosecutors. \nZero Abuse Project will apply for CLEs in additional states on a case-by-case basis. During registration\, attendees can indicate their state and license number. Any CLE requests must be made at least 45 days in advance of the conference and are subject to the discretion of Zero Abuse Project.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-abusive-head-trauma-child-death-a-symposium-for-prosecutors/
LOCATION:Renaissance Albany Hotel\, 144 State Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240108T215147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T215220Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC Pre-Conference & 31st APSAC Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nAPSAC’s 31st Colloquium will bring high-quality interdisciplinary learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Extraordinary plenary speakers will join the colloquium and more than 130 sessions will be available! Sessions will be offered at beginning\, intermediate\, or advanced levels for professionals in mental health\, social work\, medicine\, nursing\, law\, education\, law enforcement\, prevention\, research\, advocacy\, child protective services\, and allied fields. \nFour days and multiple tracks featuring APSAC’s distinguished mix of research and practice. These sessions will be filled on a 1st come 1st serve basis. \nSchedule\n\nPre-Conference Institutes: June 9 – 10\, 2024\nAPSAC’s 31st Colloquium: June 10 – 13\, 2024\n\nRegister through APSAC\nEarly Bird Rates ends on April 1\, 2024\nGroup Registration Discounts\nAPSAC offers a discount for groups of five or more at a savings of 10% off the regular registration rate for each attendee in the group. Use the discount code GROUPREG to activate this discount. ​ \nCancellations/Refund Policy\nNo cancellations. No refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you have any questions please email us at nola2024@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/31st-apsac-colloquium/
LOCATION:Sheran Hotel\, 500 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T190642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T190642Z
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SUMMARY:IHS Debriefing Crisis: Supporting Peers Through Critical Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWith the prevalence of crisis and trauma situations we may feel the need to support colleagues who are struggling. Dealing with clients in crisis is generally something we do\, but when it comes to supporting a colleague\, we can be cautious: How do we handle these events in the moment? How do we ensure what we say is helpful\, but doesn’t turn into a “session?” This comprehensive training equips participants with essential skills to support colleagues who are dealing with a crisis. Covering topics ranging from stress management to grief\, the program empowers individuals to gain a holistic perspective and know how to respond adeptly with support and care. \nThis two-hour intermediate level\, live virtual course is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other helping professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nImplement a crisis debriefing process\nUtilize practical techniques to maintain personal well-being during and after crisis events\nImplement tools to address at least 3 crisis escalation patterns\nIdentify at least three strategies to support individuals coping with the shock and ongoing stress associated with crisis situations\n\nAbout the Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. \nRegister through IHS\nThere is two social work continuing education credits available ($20).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-debriefing-crisis-supporting-peers-through-critical-conditions/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240319T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T154930Z
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Vulnerable Adult 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. This custom training is specifically focused on interviewing vulnerable adults. Training methods include lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, and skill-building exercises. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nRegister through CornerHouse\nCancellation Policy\nPlease see their cancellation policy here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-vulnerable-adult-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240607
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20250527T165104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T165104Z
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SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project | Abusive Head Trauma & Child Death: A Symposium for Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis is a three-day trial advocacy course in which prosecutors learn skills to present an engaging and effective case to a modern jury.  Experiential exercises include simulated jury selection\, cross examination of a defendant\, proper evidence foundation for admissibility\, and preparing for medical\, scientific\, and digital evidence experts.  The focus of this course is to build prosecutor skills in topics and areas of the trial that are often overlooked and misunderstood. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-abusive-head-trauma-child-death-a-symposium-for-prosecutors-2/
LOCATION:MCIT/MCAA Office Building\, 100 Empire Drive\, 3rd Floor\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240129T200046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T200046Z
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SUMMARY:NCA Leadership Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe National Children’s Alliance (NCA) is hosting their annual leadership conference (both hybrid and in-person) with a the theme of All in for Kids and with 58 workshops for in-person and virtual attendees. \nTravel Information\nNearby Airport \n\nRonald Reagan Washington National (DCA) – 4.5 miles from the conference hotel\nBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI) – 30 miles from the conference hotel\nDullies International Airport (AD) – 30 miles from the conference hotel\n\nLodging \n\nWestin DC Downtown Hotel\nCourtyard Washington Downtown/Convention Center\nResidence Inn Washington Downtown/Convention Center\n\n  \nRegister through NCA\nBoth in-person and virtual registration includes entry to the virtual conference sessions\, awards ceremony\, exhibit hall\, annual meeting\, and conference participant materials. Registration is the same cost for both conference experiences. \n*Early registration ends on Friday\, March 29\, 2024*
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-leadership-conference-2024/
LOCATION:The Westin Washington\, DC Downtown\, 999 9th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T182321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T182321Z
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SUMMARY:IVAT After Abuse: The Case for Individual and Institutional Restorative Justice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nRestorative Justice is a survivor-centered approach to healing that honors the humanity of all parties involved. It offers unique and creative pathways for addressing the needs expressed by those impacted by harm. Sometimes those pathways involve direct interaction with the initial harm doer\, while other times it includes those responsible for secondary or institutional harm. This workshop will explore the roots and fundamentals of restorative justice. It will then cover the use of restorative justice in individual and institutional cases. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDiscuss the roots and fundamentals of restorative justice\nDefine core restorative justice concepts related to responsibility\, accountability\, and amends\nRecite the various modes for restorative processes and how they may be utilized for individual and institutional cases\n\nRegister through IVAT\nThere is continuing education credits available for registrants.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-after-abuse-the-case-for-individual-and-institutional-restorative-justice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240318T193318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T193318Z
UID:10000807-1716249600-1716422399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviews of Preschool Child Witnesses
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviews of preschool children are challenging\, calling for knowledge of early childhood developmental abilities and limitations\, as well as strategies for developing rapport and maintaining engagement with a preschool witness. A nuanced ability to adapt questioning approaches and the interview protocol to the temperament and linguistic ability of each child is necessary. This training focuses on deepening understanding of preschool capabilities as well as strategies for obtaining information from the youngest witnesses. \nThis training is recommended for child forensic interviewers who have received no formal training on interviewing preschool children\, as well as those who lack comfort in interviewing this population. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by April 21\, 2024
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviews-of-preschool-child-witnesses-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240119T212420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T210418Z
UID:10000706-1715864400-1715868000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CAPSAC Sexual Abuse Allegations in the Context of Divorce
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe failure of the “system” to protect children involved in family court proceedings is a problem encountered by all disciplines involved in child protection. Social workers\, law enforcement officers\, prosecutors\, clinicians\, MDs\, victim advocates and judges all fall victim to the misconceptions and procedural derailments that afflict this difficult and time-consuming area of child protection. Too often professionals’ eyes glaze over when the words “child custody” are uttered. This training is intended to illuminate the problems these professionals face and present immediately applicable research and practices to help them successfully investigate allegations & protect children in these settings. \nAbout the Presenter\nSeth L. Goldstein\, JD\nWith forty-six years of experience in almost every aspect of child abuse intervention\, now a trial consultant\, expert witness\, and attorney in private practice\, Seth Goldstein was the investigator and Project Director for the Child Abuse Vertical Prosecution Unit of the Napa County District Attorney\, Napa\, California for four years. He also worked as an investigator with the Santa Clara County District Attorney\, San Jose\, California\, conducting sexual abuse investigations and preparing the cases for court for three years. He has served as a Special Prosecutor for the San Benito County District Attorney\, securing a second-degree murder conviction in a child abuse homicide. Prior to that\, he was a Berkeley Police Officer\, serving 2 years as a child abuse investigator\, working there for 13 years. He now represents parents in Family Law\, Juvenile\, and Personal Injury matters wherein child abuse allegations have arisen. He is the author of The Sexual Exploitation of Children: A Practical Guide to Assessment\, Investigation\, and Intervention\, 2nd Ed.\, (1999)\, CRC Press\, and numerous other articles on child sexual abuse intervention. \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation Policy\nThere are no cancellations or refunds allowed. Registration is transferable. Request for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by case basis. If you have any questions about this\, please contact APSAC at onlinetraining@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-sexual-abuse-allegations-in-the-context-of-divorce/
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;VALUE=DATE:20240516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240517
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T212431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T212431Z
UID:10000843-1715817600-1715903999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240124T034756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T034756Z
UID:10000707-1715558400-1715990399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Virtual 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 via an online platform. \nSchedule\n\nMonday Monday\, May 13th to Thursday May 16th 8:30 to 4:30 Central Time (Protocol Instruction).\nFriday May 17th 8:30am to 1:00pm Central Time (Role Plays)\n\nRegister Online via CornerHouse\nPlease view their cancellation policy and other policies here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-virtual-basic-forensic-interview-training-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000633-1715259600-1715263200@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/2024-05-09/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T212323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T212323Z
UID:10000842-1715072400-1715097600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Child Sex Trafficking: From Suspicion to Disclosure
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLearn basic techniques and strategies to enhance the likelihood of obtaining information from possible victims of child sex trafficking. Compare and contrast typical child sexual abuse cases with child sex trafficking (CST) cases and address the different points of entry into the criminal justice and welfare system for CST victims. Understand various disciplines’ roles and responsibilities and how they can contribute to a positive outcome of the CST case. Examine question strategy\, interview dynamics\, language use\, and interview suggestions. Discuss the business model of child sex trafficking as it relates to a variety of crimes\, including the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). This training is suitable for community correction officers\, law enforcement\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal workers\, and victim service workers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the importance of an interviewer mindset and style\, and how different question strategies impact the accuracy of information gathered.\nLearn/improve fundamental skills of engagement with potential CST victims to maximize positive outcomes of future contacts with other professionals\nUnderstand the totality of the circumstances through interviews and observations and how these impact the total investigation.\nUnderstand how a continuum of care for the CST victim maximizes positive case outcomes\n\nRegister through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-child-sex-trafficking-from-suspicion-to-disclosure/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trafficking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240510
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240318T192903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T192903Z
UID:10000805-1714953600-1715299199@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. \nThis training is a four-day commitment. Participants are expected to complete six-hours of pre-work consisting of selected readings and interactive recorded exercises to be done at their own pace prior to the first official day of training. \nThis training has been updated to meet the 2023 National Children’s Alliance Standards for Accredited Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by April 6\, 2024
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-4/
LOCATION:National Children’s Advocacy Center\, 210 Pratt Ave NE\, Huntsville\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240502
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240318T192354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T203444Z
UID:10000806-1714521600-1714607999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors may be referred for a forensic interview. CAC forensic interviewers whose mission is to interview children about potential maltreatment they have experienced and not as offenders find themselves balancing their mandate with the goals of investigators and concerned parents. This training will provide information to help forensic interviewers distinguish normative from problematic sexual behavior in children\, identify potential contributing factors to the behavior\, dispel common misconceptions about these behaviors and children\, and have a more robust and evidence-informed response to these cases. Interview adaptations and recommendations will be provided. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by April 1\, 2024 \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T210032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T210032Z
UID:10000840-1714478400-1714482000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Shielding Childhood: A Four Week Journey Through Primary\, Secondary\, Tertiary\, and Universal Child Abuse Prevention During Child Abuse Prevention Month
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC is presenting a four-week training on child abuse prevention in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. \nWeek 1: Primary Prevention – Building Resilient Communities\nPresented by Catherine Taylor\, PhD\, LCSW\, MPH – April 3rd\, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET \n\nIntroduction to Child Abuse Prevention Month and Public Health Week\nUnderstanding the root causes and risk factors of child abuse\nPromoting positive parenting techniques and nurturing environments\nCommunity engagement strategies: fostering supportive networks and resources\nEducating stakeholders on recognizing and reporting signs of abuse\n\nWeek 2: Secondary Prevention – Early Intervention and Support Systems\nPresented by Rhonda Newton\, MEd – April 16th\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nIdentifying vulnerable populations and at-risk families\nStrengthening early intervention programs and support services\nTraining professionals in trauma-informed care and intervention techniques\nCollaboration between social services\, healthcare\, and educational institutions\n\nWeek 3: Tertiary Prevention – Healing and Recovery\nPresented by Cheryl Lanktree\, PhD – April 23rd\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nAddressing the long-term effects of abuse on individuals and families\nAccessing therapeutic interventions and mental health support\nPromoting resilience and post-traumatic growth in survivors\n\nWeek 4: Universal Prevention – Creating a Culture of Child Safety\nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd – April 30th\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nImplementing simple\, low-cost prevention programs in organizations\, schools and communities\nFostering a culture of reporting and supporting beyond the report\nPromoting positive social norms and attitudes towards child well-being\nEngaging stakeholders in ongoing efforts to protect children from abuse\n\nRegister through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-shielding-childhood-a-four-week-journey-through-primary-secondary-tertiary-and-universal-child-abuse-prevention-during-child-abuse-prevention-month/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20231127T223050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T223050Z
UID:10000599-1713916800-1714089599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2024 Child Abuse Summit
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nBivona Child Advocacy Center founded the Child Abuse Summit in 2009 in response to the growing need for opportunities to bring together the many disciplines who work with children to both learn alongside and to network with hundreds of professionals who work with survivors. \nThe Child Abuse Summit is a leading national multidisciplinary training conference for professionals who work with children.  The Summit attracts national experts and leaders in providing support and healing services to kids. \nWith a primary focus on providing the most up-to-date resources and trends in child abuse intervention and prevention\, the Summit offers a wide-range of workshops and speakers appropriate for a variety of disciplines. Professionals encouraged to attend the Summit include social workers\, law enforcement\, legal professionals\, judges\, mental health and medical professionals\, school personnel\, daycare providers\, child advocacy center staff\, and the faith-based community. \nWorkshops are presented by national and international experts and include a wide-variety of topics. Summit attendees leave with a great deal of knowledge\, as well as an understanding of the community resources available for children and families. The goal of The Child Abuse Summit is to educate members of our community — and beyond — about collaborative ways to prevent\, treat\, and investigate child abuse. \nWho Should Attend:\n\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nProsecutors\nMental Health\nMedical Professionals\nSchool Personnel\nDay Care Providers\nFaith-based Community\nand more.\n\nRegister through Bivona Child Advocacy Center\nRegister by April 17\, 2024 at 11:45 p.m. \nIf you are interested in sponsorship opportunities\, please contact info@bivonacac.org for a benefits package or you may download the benefits package here. \nRefund and Cancellation Policy\nNo refunds will be given beginning Midnight on March 16\, 2024. Your registration may be canceled before midnight on March 16\, 2024. Canceling your registration before midnight on March 16\, 2024\, will guarantee a refund\, less a $100 administrative fee. The cancellation fee must be paid whether the registration fee has\, or has not\, been paid.  To cancel your registration please contact ce@srahec.org As of midnight on March 16\, 2024\, if you are registered for the conference\, Bivona Child Advocacy Center incurs expenses on your behalf\, and therefore full payment is required. You are required to pay the registration fee IN FULL if you are registered as of midnight on March 16\, 2024\, whether you attend or not.   You will be billed for the full conference payment If you are registered as of midnight on March 16\, 2024\, and have not paid. \nNO REFUND will be given if you have paid your registration as of  March 16\, 2024\, and do not attend. (See substitution information below.) \nYou may substitute another qualified attendee in your registration until midnight on April 19\, 2024\, if you are unable to attend. Substitutions can only be made by contacting  ce@srahec.org . Substitutions should be made before arriving at the conference\, if at all possible\, to avoid delays during busy registration times and potential issues with logging into the conference app and final certificates.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2024-child-abuse-summit/
LOCATION:Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center\, 123 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Bivona Child Advocacy Center":MAILTO:info@bivonacac.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240415T210032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T210032Z
UID:10000839-1713873600-1713877200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Shielding Childhood: A Four Week Journey Through Primary\, Secondary\, Tertiary\, and Universal Child Abuse Prevention During Child Abuse Prevention Month
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC is presenting a four-week training on child abuse prevention in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. \nWeek 1: Primary Prevention – Building Resilient Communities\nPresented by Catherine Taylor\, PhD\, LCSW\, MPH – April 3rd\, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET \n\nIntroduction to Child Abuse Prevention Month and Public Health Week\nUnderstanding the root causes and risk factors of child abuse\nPromoting positive parenting techniques and nurturing environments\nCommunity engagement strategies: fostering supportive networks and resources\nEducating stakeholders on recognizing and reporting signs of abuse\n\nWeek 2: Secondary Prevention – Early Intervention and Support Systems\nPresented by Rhonda Newton\, MEd – April 16th\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nIdentifying vulnerable populations and at-risk families\nStrengthening early intervention programs and support services\nTraining professionals in trauma-informed care and intervention techniques\nCollaboration between social services\, healthcare\, and educational institutions\n\nWeek 3: Tertiary Prevention – Healing and Recovery\nPresented by Cheryl Lanktree\, PhD – April 23rd\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nAddressing the long-term effects of abuse on individuals and families\nAccessing therapeutic interventions and mental health support\nPromoting resilience and post-traumatic growth in survivors\n\nWeek 4: Universal Prevention – Creating a Culture of Child Safety\nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd – April 30th\, 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET \n\nImplementing simple\, low-cost prevention programs in organizations\, schools and communities\nFostering a culture of reporting and supporting beyond the report\nPromoting positive social norms and attitudes towards child well-being\nEngaging stakeholders in ongoing efforts to protect children from abuse\n\nRegister through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-shielding-childhood-a-four-week-journey-through-primary-secondary-tertiary-and-universal-child-abuse-prevention-during-child-abuse-prevention-month/2024-04-23/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240307T205920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T210339Z
UID:10000801-1713808800-1713814200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Growing Up in a Sexually Explicit Culture
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCentral Minnesota Child Advocacy Center and Stearns-Benton Child Protection Team are hosting a training opportunity with Dr. Mandy Sanchez on navigating the complexities of raising children in today’s digitally sexualized culture. \nGrowing Up in a Sexually Explicit Culture: The Social\, Emotional\, cognitive Effects and a Public Health Solution Flyer. \nRegister through Central Minnesota CAC\nThis training is free\, but registration is required (space is limited to200)
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/growing-up-in-a-sexually-explicit-culture-the-social-emotional-cognitive-effects-and-a-public-health-solution/
LOCATION:The Park Event Center\, 500 Division St\, Waite Park\, MN\, 53687\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240326T184802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T185207Z
UID:10000825-1713463200-1713470400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
CREATED:20240318T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T155627Z
UID:10000804-1712620800-1712707199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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:20260424T173135
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173135
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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