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SUMMARY:IHS From Burnout to Resilience in Child Welfare Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChild welfare and related professionals face high risks of burnout due to the demands and emotional intensity of their work. Resilience is not a one-time achievement—it’s an ongoing practice that requires attention at the personal\, team\, and organizational levels. \nIn this intermediate\, interactive workshop\, participants will explore the roots of burnout and evidence-based strategies to build and sustain resilience. Drawing on research from the personal\, organizational\, and systemic levels\, we will examine how professional well-being can be supported individually and collectively. Participants will leave with actionable strategies for personal self-care\, team advocacy\, and organizational engagement to strengthen resilience in their work. \nThis training is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other human services professionals seeking practical tools to prevent burnout and build resilience in themselves and their teams. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplain the development and contributing factors of burnout among child welfare professionals.\nIdentify personal\, team\, and organizational strategies that support professional resilience.\nApply personal and self-advocacy strategies to foster resilience at both the individual and team level within agencies.\n\nRegister Through IHS\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-from-burnout-to-resilience-in-child-welfare-work/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T185016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T222852Z
UID:10001346-1767693600-1767699000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Is This Normal? Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHistorically\, the presence of sexual behaviors in children was societally met with judgment\, fear\, and misunderstanding. Realistically\, sexual play is common for children\, with 66%-88% of children exhibiting some form of sexual play in the course of their childhood. As professionals working with children\, it is important to understand how to distinguish between developmentally normal sexual behaviors and developmentally problematic sexual behaviors in children. This presentation differentiates between sexual behaviors that are more typical than sexual behaviors that are more harmful and uses this foundation for considerations on responding to problematic sexual behaviors. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-is-this-normal-problematic-sexual-behaviors-in-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251028T212455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T212455Z
UID:10001384-1767657600-1767743999@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. \nThis day-long seminar is designed to educate a broad range of disciplines responsible for conducting investigations and safeguarding youth. It is open to members of law enforcement\, child protection teams\, school officials\, social workers\, counselors\, educators\, community leaders\, and staff members for programs that serve youth. \nLearning Objectives \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-6/
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:20260105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251118T171458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T174853Z
UID:10001386-1767571200-1767916799@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 1: The Why and the When?\n\nDescribe the historical context of child maltreatment and common myths\, biases\, statistics\, scope of problem factors that increase risk of child maltreatment.\nDistinguish the roles of CPS\, LE\, FI\, and other involved.\nLearn the indicators\, effects\, and dynamics of abuse.\nDemonstrate how to respond and when to refer and when to gather additional information.\nReview Disclosure and Recantation research\nSummarize disclosure types\, methods and reasons for delay.\nDescribe the research on memory and suggestibility.\nTranslate the research that clearly reveals that a supportive non-offending caregiver is critical to the resiliency of the child and learn how your role can help the non-offending caregiver to believe and support the child.\nLearn how to effectively engage families and non-offending caregivers.\nSummarize the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the opportunities to incorporate resilience in investigative response.\nDemonstrate the ability to react and respond to a child or adolescent disclosing abuse.\nIdentify individualized triggers\, strengths\, resources\, resilience\, and preventative strategies.\nDistinguish essential facts.\nPrepare for testimony.\n\nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event and participants are required to attend all four days.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-do-no-harm-interviewing-skills-needed-when-there-are-concerns-about-abuse-the-why-the-when-the-how/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T151500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T160442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160442Z
UID:10001345-1766151900-1766157300@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | There's Always a Crime Scene: Documentation & Digital Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for crucial training on identifying\, collecting\, and preserving physical and digital evidence in child abuse cases. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-theres-always-a-crime-scene-documentation-digital-evidence-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T160137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160137Z
UID:10001343-1766142000-1766147400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Direct Examination of the Digital Examiner
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino for essential training on effectively presenting digital forensic testimony through strategic direct examination\, including how to translate technical evidence into compelling courtroom presentations that juries can understand and trust. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-direct-examination-of-the-digital-examiner-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T104500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T160344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160344Z
UID:10001344-1766135700-1766141100@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | There's Always a Crime Scene: Documentation & Digital Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for crucial training on identifying\, collecting\, and preserving physical and digital evidence in child abuse cases. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-theres-always-a-crime-scene-documentation-digital-evidence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T090000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T160018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T160018Z
UID:10001342-1766129400-1766134800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Direct Examination of the Digital Examiner
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino for essential training on effectively presenting digital forensic testimony through strategic direct examination\, including how to translate technical evidence into compelling courtroom presentations that juries can understand and trust. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-direct-examination-of-the-digital-examiner/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T155929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T155929Z
UID:10001280-1766059200-1766235600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC No Hit Zones: A Simple\, Low-Cost and Promising Solution to a Complex & Key Risk Factor for Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin APSAC in one of theirPrevention Series webinars on: No Hit Zones: A Simple\, Low-Cost and Promising Solution to a Complex & Key Risk Factor for Child Maltreatment by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd\, FAPSAC. \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-no-hit-zones-a-simple-low-cost-and-promising-solution-to-a-complex-key-risk-factor-for-child-maltreatment/
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:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T160402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T160402Z
UID:10001282-1766052000-1766057400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Faith and Healing: Practical Approaches for Working with Christian Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session equips professionals with the tools to engage and support clients who identify as Christian effectively. Participants will explore how faith and religious practices shape worldviews\, influence responses to child abuse\, and impact help-seeking behaviors. The training includes statistics on the prevalence of Christianity across the United States and data on child abuse within faith communities to provide important context. Attendees will gain research-based insights and practical strategies that are culturally responsive\, trauma-informed\, and ethically sound. Emphasis is placed on fostering trust\, navigating value differences with sensitivity\, and supporting clients in ways that honor their beliefs while maintaining professional boundaries. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-faith-and-healing-practical-approaches-for-working-with-christian-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T141500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T155817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T155817Z
UID:10001341-1765975500-1765980900@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Jury Selection in Child Sexual Abuse Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for best practices during jury selection in a child sexual abuse case. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-jury-selection-in-child-sexual-abuse-cases-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T155412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T155412Z
UID:10001339-1765969200-1765974600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Crucible in the Courtroom: Effective Cross-Examination of Defendants and Defense Witness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino for advanced training on strategic cross-examination techniques for defendants and defense witnesses in child abuse cases. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-crucible-in-the-courtroom-effective-cross-examination-of-defendants-and-defense-witness-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T104500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T155641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T155641Z
UID:10001340-1765962900-1765968300@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Jury Selection in Child Sexual Abuse Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for best practices during jury selection in a child sexual abuse case. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-jury-selection-in-child-sexual-abuse-cases/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251008T155124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T155124Z
UID:10001332-1765956600-1765969200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Crucible in the Courtroom: Effective Cross-Examination of Defendants and Defense Witness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino for advanced training on strategic cross-examination techniques for defendants and defense witnesses in child abuse cases. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-crucible-in-the-courtroom-effective-cross-examination-of-defendants-and-defense-witness/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250730T161325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T161325Z
UID:10001215-1765882800-1765890000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Knowledge of Parenting & Child Development
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, your facilitator will discuss everyday strategies for building Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development with families. This session will be presented in an engaging lecture format. \nLearning Objective\n\nReview how Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development helps keep families strong and prevents child abuse and neglect\nIdentify key strategies and concrete everyday actions that help families build Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development\nExplore what it means to build Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development with families in a strength-based way\nShare Protective Factors resources for providers and families\n\nPre-Work\n\nReview the Center for the Study of Social Policy Strengthening Families Website\nRead about Strengthening Families and the Strengthening Families Framework (CSSP)\nReview The Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Handout (CSSP)\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\nAbout the Trainer\nKasey White | Training Coordinator \nKasey is a Training Coordinator for CalTrin. She holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice and has extensive experience in forensic interviewing\, child advocacy\, and nonprofit leadership. Through her prior work with a children’s advocacy center\, Kasey gained valuable knowledge about working with children who’ve experienced abuse and neglect. She understands the importance of shifting the conditions families are in as a primary prevention strategy. In her role at CalTrin\, Kasey strives to deliver high-quality training that empowers professionals and community members to recognize\, respond to\, and prevent abuse by creating safer and healthier environments that protect children and support families.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-knowledge-of-parenting-child-development/
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:20251216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251217
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T190229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T190229Z
UID:10001290-1765843200-1765929599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project | Advanced Forensic Interview Training: Dolls & Diagrams for Practice\, Investigation\, and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training provides multidisciplinary team members an understanding of the research and proper use to assist with investigation and prosecution when forensic interviews include the use of interviewing aids of anatomical dolls and diagrams. \nWhile the practice of using anatomical dolls and diagrams is sometimes seen as contentious in the field of forensic interviewing\, research shows the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams within the guidance of a nationally recognized protocol can increase forensically relevant information and accuracy within the forensic interview. \nThis training will summarize relevant research on dolls and diagrams\, provide an overview of their purposeful and appropriate use in the forensic interview\, and address common defense challenges to the use of dolls and diagrams. This one-day advanced training includes practicum and scenario work for participants. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview appropriate and purposeful practice regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\nIncrease knowledge of the relevant and reflective research regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview. Students will gain a better understanding of the proper use through scenario practicum with dolls and diagrams.\nAddress misconceptions and defense challenges to the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\n\nRegister at Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-advanced-forensic-interview-training-dolls-diagrams-for-practice-investigation-and-prosecution-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251003T134908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T134908Z
UID:10001331-1765274400-1765279800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Empowering Educators: Shared Strategies for CAST Success
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nReady for fresh ideas and real-time collaboration? In this CAST Faculty Networking session\, Nicole Davis and Tyler Counsil will guide an interactive experience where you help shape future topics\, swap innovative program ideas\, and connect with spotlight faculty. We’ll also dive into a rapid-fire problem-solving session on a real challenge submitted by one of your peers—bringing our community’s best insights to the table. Come share\, learn\, and be inspired by what’s possible in CAST programs nationwide. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-empowering-educators-shared-strategies-for-cast-success/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251028T163531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T164024Z
UID:10001379-1765152000-1765497599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Testimony Preparation Using the Forensic Interview
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\, November 21\, 2025. \n  \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-strategies-for-interviewing-a-reluctant-child-witness-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250822T183416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T183416Z
UID:10001307-1764856800-1764862200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse Victim Safety Planning and Mobile Devices
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn today’s digital age\, mobile devices are not only essential tools for personal and professional life\, but they also present significant security risks for the victims and survivors that we serve. This comprehensive training session will equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to help victims and survivors protect their mobile devices and sensitive data from potential threats. \nFurthermore\, this webinar will help participants assist victims and survivors in securing these devices and accounts according to their specific threat models. Participants will also attain knowledge regarding safekeeping data that could potentially be used as evidence. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-victim-safety-planning-and-mobile-devices-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T194925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T194925Z
UID:10001297-1764856800-1764862200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse Victim Safety Planning and Mobile Devices
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn today’s digital age\, mobile devices are not only essential tools for personal and professional life\, but they also present significant security risks for the victims and survivors that we serve. This comprehensive training session will equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to help victims and survivors protect their mobile devices and sensitive data from potential threats. \nFurthermore\, this webinar will help participants assist victims and survivors in securing these devices and accounts according to their specific threat models. Participants will also attain knowledge regarding safekeeping data that could potentially be used as evidence. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-victim-safety-planning-and-mobile-devices/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250822T183049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T183049Z
UID:10001306-1764849600-1764855000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | No Safe Place: How Domestic Violence Harms Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren don’t just witness domestic violence. They EXPERIENCE it. Even when not the direct target of the abusive act\, seeing a parent\, sibling\, grandparent\, or pet targeted by abuse can have a significant long-term emotional and psychological impact on children. In fact\, many childhood survivors of domestic violence often indicate wishing THEY had been the target of the abuse\, rather than having to watch their loved ones be targeted by the abuser. \nThis webinar will discuss the specific threats of physical\, psychological\, and emotional harm for children living in a home where partner abuse/domestic violence occurs. Common misconceptions will be addressed\, including the idea that a child can be too young to be affected by abuse in the home\, physically observable signs of injury are an appropriate estimator of victimization\, and the idea that children who do not actually see a violent act occur are not significantly harmed by it. In addition\, participants will learn of multi-disciplinary initiatives and concepts that relate to improving the prevention and detection of domestic violence occurring in homes where children reside and mitigating the harmful impact of witnessing and experiencing the abuse of a loved one. \nOther topics to be discussed include the various forms of child emotional maltreatment\, toxic stress\, child-caregiver attachment\, “emotionally unavailable parents\,” the effects of witnessing threats or violence against animals living within the home\, caregiver risk factors for domestic violence and emotional maltreatment\, how to better identify victims\, and what to do once victims have been identified. \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe specific forms of child emotional maltreatment.\nWhy children in domestically violent homes are at risk for experiencing every form of emotional maltreatment.\nThe negative health and behavioral outcomes often experienced by childhood victims of domestic violence.\nKey concepts in successful multi-disciplinary initiatives for improving detection and prevention of domestic violence in homes where children reside.\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-no-safe-place-how-domestic-violence-harms-children-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T194805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T194805Z
UID:10001296-1764849600-1764855000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | No Safe Place: How Domestic Violence Harms Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren don’t just witness domestic violence. They EXPERIENCE it. Even when not the direct target of the abusive act\, seeing a parent\, sibling\, grandparent\, or pet targeted by abuse can have a significant long-term emotional and psychological impact on children. In fact\, many childhood survivors of domestic violence often indicate wishing THEY had been the target of the abuse\, rather than having to watch their loved ones be targeted by the abuser. \nThis webinar will discuss the specific threats of physical\, psychological\, and emotional harm for children living in a home where partner abuse/domestic violence occurs. Common misconceptions will be addressed\, including the idea that a child can be too young to be affected by abuse in the home\, physically observable signs of injury are an appropriate estimator of victimization\, and the idea that children who do not actually see a violent act occur are not significantly harmed by it. In addition\, participants will learn of multi-disciplinary initiatives and concepts that relate to improving the prevention and detection of domestic violence occurring in homes where children reside and mitigating the harmful impact of witnessing and experiencing the abuse of a loved one. \nOther topics to be discussed include the various forms of child emotional maltreatment\, toxic stress\, child-caregiver attachment\, “emotionally unavailable parents\,” the effects of witnessing threats or violence against animals living within the home\, caregiver risk factors for domestic violence and emotional maltreatment\, how to better identify victims\, and what to do once victims have been identified. \nLearning Objectives\n\nThe specific forms of child emotional maltreatment.\nWhy children in domestically violent homes are at risk for experiencing every form of emotional maltreatment.\nThe negative health and behavioral outcomes often experienced by childhood victims of domestic violence.\nKey concepts in successful multi-disciplinary initiatives for improving detection and prevention of domestic violence in homes where children reside.\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-no-safe-place-how-domestic-violence-harms-children/
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:20251204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251028T211527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T211527Z
UID:10001381-1764806400-1764892799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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-4/
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:20251203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T161016Z
UID:10001283-1764763200-1764770400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim Impact and Professional Intervention
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIntrafamilial Child Torture (ICT) is a severe form of child abuse where parents or caregivers torture their own children. This often includes the perpetration of physical\, sexual\, and psychological torture and malicious neglect used as tactics to meet the psychopathological needs of the caregiver. ICT presents with unique family dynamics and perpetrator psychopathology that is different from typical maltreatment. It is often missed or misbelieved due to the extreme nature of the harm and sophistication of the perpetrator. Many ICT cases are not discovered until there has been a child fatality\, but we can learn from these cases\, intervene\, and prevent future fatalities. This training will provide a brief review of “What is ICT?”\, discuss the impact of ICT on children\, give recommendations for the many fields involved in child protection\, and provide an overview of 15 clinical and non-clinical interventions that have been helpful for ICT survivors. \nThis training is designed for the intermediate to advanced level professional\, but beginners and students are encouraged to attend to listen and observe. This training will combine lecture\, Q&A\, group discussion\, and real-life case examples. This intermediate-advanced level training is appropriate for child-serving professionals from multiple disciplines\, including child protection/child welfare\, forensic interviewers\, pediatricians\, pediatric nurses\, children’s attorneys/GALs\, law enforcement\, prosecutors\, family court judges\, mental health providers\, and clergy\, as well as any mandated reporter. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplain how developmental trauma impacts ICT survivors.\nAdvocate for the use of meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration on ICT cases in their community.\nDescribe one clinical and one non-clinical intervention that has been helpful for ICT survivors.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nPamela J. Miller\, JD\, MSW\, LISW-S\, is a clinical social worker and attorney with expertise in trauma and child abuse law. Since 2019\, she has led the Child Maltreatment Policy Resource Center’s Intrafamilial Child Torture (ICT) initiative\, co-authoring policy papers\, training professionals\, and providing legal counsel in state supreme court cases on child torture. Ms. Miller is a Certified Trauma Practitioner with advanced training in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics\, Body-Based Trauma Treatment\, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy\, along with training in PCIT/CARE\, Child-Centered Play Therapy\, and Attachment-Based Play Therapy. Recently\, she became a Registered Child Forensic Interviewer (RCFI) with NACCFI; she consults on divorce and custody cases with allegations of child sexual abuse. She has served as a psychotherapist\, an attorney-GAL for maltreated children\, and held executive roles in public mental health. \nMs. Miller earned her JD/MSW from the University of Cincinnati and her law degree from Ohio State University Moritz College of Law\, where she was a Moritz Merit Scholar and recipient of the Bergstrom Fellowship from the University of Michigan College of Law. Since 2001\, Ms. Miller has focused on advocating for the protection of severely abused children. \nRegister Through IHS\nThis training course if free but $10 to receive continuing education credits.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-intrafamilial-child-torture-victim-impact-and-professional-intervention-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T161918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T161918Z
UID:10001284-1764720000-1764806399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Introduction to Supervision for Child Forensic Interviewers
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis one-day course is an introduction to a supervision model for forensic interviewers beginning with a review of basic principles of supervision and offering strategies for developing an effective supervision process which can be tailored to the resources of the child advocacy center and community. \nThis training is recommended for experienced forensic interviewers and executive directors interested in introducing an effective supervision model for forensic interviewers. Chapter representatives interested in establishing a regional or statewide supervision program are also welcome. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Monday\, December 1\, 2025. \nThis training is only offered virtually. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-introduction-to-supervision-for-child-forensic-interviewers-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20250807T190025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T190025Z
UID:10001289-1764547200-1764979199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project  ChildFirst®
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nChildFirst® is an intensive five-day course in which students learn the necessary skills to conduct a competent\, investigative interview of a child abuse victim using the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol. \nChildFirst® is an interactive course which combines lectures with demonstrations and hands-on experience. ChildFirst® is a flexible model and takes a holistic approach and explores for all forms of maltreatment. Students will conduct a 30 minute interview with an actor/actress playing the role of an abused child and will be critiqued on their performance and take a written exam. \nChildFirst® is the ideal course for investigators\, child protection workers\, forensic interviewers\, and prosecutors working within a multidisciplinary team seeking to enhance their ability to speak to children. \n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-childfirst-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T141500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251002T204306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T204306Z
UID:10001330-1763646300-1763648100@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | The Rallying Cry: Closing Arguments in Child Abuse Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for an advanced training on crafting compelling and effective closing arguments in child abuse prosecutions. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-the-rallying-cry-closing-arguments-in-child-abuse-cases-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251002T203401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T203918Z
UID:10001328-1763636400-1763641800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Admissibility of Social Media and Digital Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino to discuss the legal standards\, authentication requirements\, and best practices for introducing social media posts\, digital communications\, and electronic evidence in child abuse prosecutions. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-admissibility-of-social-media-and-digital-evidence-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T104500
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251002T204215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T204215Z
UID:10001329-1763630100-1763635500@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | The Rallying Cry: Closing Arguments in Child Abuse Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Kristina Korobov for an advanced training on crafting compelling and effective closing arguments in child abuse prosecutions. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-the-rallying-cry-closing-arguments-in-child-abuse-cases/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T090000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025947
CREATED:20251002T203232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T203232Z
UID:10001326-1763623800-1763629200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Admissibility of Social Media and Digital Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Senior Attorney Mike Galantino to discuss the legal standards\, authentication requirements\, and best practices for introducing social media posts\, digital communications\, and electronic evidence in child abuse prosecutions. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-admissibility-of-social-media-and-digital-evidence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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