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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Online 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. \nCost: $1\,275.00\nRegister online via CornerHouse \nTraining 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. Each day training will take place from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Central Time. \nPlease view our cancellation policy here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-online-basic-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20211222T223102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211223T020556Z
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SUMMARY:Utilizing Language Interpretation in Child Abuse Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Utilizing Language Interpretation in Child Abuse Interviews\, with Rachel Johnson\, forensic interview specialist with Zero Abuse Project\, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\, Wednesday\, Jan. 26\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nIn this session participants will examine how multidisciplinary team members and interviewers can meet the needs of the child sitting in the interview room through accessibility. Providing language facilitation and interpretation services are vital to accessibility in the forensic interview process. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIncrease the understanding of assessing the needs of children and non-offending caregivers requiring language interpretation.\nAn overview of considerations prior to\, during\, and after the forensic interview process.\nLearn tools and strategies for utilizing interpreters in the forensic interview.\n\nPresenter Bio\nRachel Johnson has over a decade of experience in work related to child abuse\, forensic interviewing\, multidisciplinary teams\, victimization\, advocacy\, prevention education\, and family violence\, both domestically and abroad. She currently works as a forensic interview specialist with Zero Abuse Project where she provides training and technical assistance to child abuse professionals\, designs and develops curricula\, and conducts forensic interviews at community-based centers. Rachel most recently served as the program director for the Minnesota Children’s Alliance. \nPrior to her work at the Alliance\, Rachel served as a forensic interviewer and the forensic program coordinator at First Witness Child Advocacy Center. She is trained in multiple forensic interview protocols. Rachel received Bachelor of Science degrees in Public Service\, Sociology\, and Spanish at Hamline University in St. Paul\, Minnesota. Rachel is passionate about working directly with children and families\, supporting front-line professionals\, and improving the institutional response to victimization by centering the experiences of victims at all levels of consideration and decision-making. \nRegistration\nRegistration Fee: $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes anti-racist and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. The Alliance offers a full refund\, minus any Eventbrite fees\, for cancellation notices received 24 hours in advance of the training. Refunds cannot be issued for cancellations received within 24 hours of the training start time. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/utilizing-language-interpretation-in-child-abuse-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20211209T213434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T213434Z
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SUMMARY:Corroborating Evidence for Child Abuse Investigations by CornerHouse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChild abuse disclosures and information provided by the child during the forensic interview are where the investigation truly begins. Identifying corroborating details from the interview is imperative to the child abuse investigation. Engaging the multidisciplinary team to understand their roles and goals during and after the interview will enhance and strengthen the investigation. Attending this training as an MDT may be very helpful but is not mandatory. This training will take place online via video conferencing. \nTopics covered in this session will include\n\nRecognize information and details that can and need to be corroborated.\nShare examples from child statements/interviews that lead to additional evidence.\nExplore the roles of each member of the MDT and how the investigation continues after the forensic interview.\nProvide an opportunity to network and share best practices.\n\nIf you are located in Minnesota and you are a first responder or Multi-Disciplinary Team member\, you may qualify for scholarship funds for this session. Email training@cornerhousemn.org to inquire about scholarships.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/corroborating-evidence-for-child-abuse-investigations-by-cornerhouse/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20210218T094906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T204715Z
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SUMMARY:Interviewing Juvenile Sex Trafficking Victims
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis module will address the fundamental and most critical component of investigations involving child/adolescent victims of commercial sexual exploitation – the interview of the victim. Participants will learn about the FBI’s forensic interviewing protocol and how it is utilized when interviewing these victims. Victim dynamics and barriers that impact the victims’ reluctance to disclose will be addressed. This module will provide participants with the tools and skills necessary to identify and overcome the challenges of these difficult interviews. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will understand how interviewing juvenile sex trafficking (JST) victims is different but still requires a protocol-based interview.\nParticipants will understand the dynamics of JST victims and how this impacts their disclosures.\nParticipants will understand how to overcome disclosure barriers.\n\nTrainer\nPresenter Bonnie I. Fries\, MSW\, LCSW\, Child & Adolescent Forensic Interviewer\, with the Federal Bureau of Investigations\, is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois with specialized training in child and adolescent welfare and abuse-related trauma. She received her Bachelor of Social Work degree in 1998 from Illinois State University’s Jane Addams College of Social Work and Master of Social Work degree in 2001 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Prior to joining the FBI Bonnie worked as an Assistant Director and Director within Children’s Advocacy Centers\, and has conducted more than 2\,000 forensic interviews. \nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available. \nWe are excited to bring this training to you at a minimal fee. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/interviewing-juvenile-sex-trafficking-victims/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210826
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20210303T212806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T212843Z
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SUMMARY:Child Abuse Summit: Tips from the Team
DESCRIPTION:Summit Overview\nDon’t miss the opportunity to learn about the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect from both regional and national experts. The Summit is designed to provide professionals from all disciplines with the knowledge\, tools\, and skills to identify and treat all types of child maltreatment\, including physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, and neglect.\n\nRegister online.\nView Sessions On Demand\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to view any missed sessions online. All registrations will have access to our new virtual platform! \nAudience\n\nMedical Professionals\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nChild Protective Services\nPsychologists and Counselors\nAttorneys\nMedicolegal Death Investigators\nTrauma Surgeons and Teams\nStudents and Trainees
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/child-abuse-summit-tips-from-the-team/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20210218T094906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T204749Z
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SUMMARY:A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: Presenting Evidence in the F.I.
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe use of technology has impacted how children/adolescents are victimized. Research supports that the use of technology during victimization can increase the likelihood that a victim will not disclose. Most interview models are designed for children who have previously disclosed and who transition easily from the beginning of the interview to a substantive interview. Reluctant children may need more cues which may mean utilizing evidence in the forensic interview. This module will discuss the use of evidence\, with emphasis on abusive images\, in the interview. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will understand how evidence may be used in a forensic interview.\nParticipants will learn how to present evidence in the forensic interview.\nParticipants will be able to understand the dynamics of victims of abusive images.\n\nTrainer\nPresenter Bonnie I. Fries\, MSW\, LCSW\, Child & Adolescent Forensic Interviewer with the Federal Bureau of Investigations\, is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois with specialized training in child and adolescent welfare and abuse-related trauma. She received her Bachelor of Social Work degree in 1998 from Illinois State University’s Jane Addams College of Social Work and Master of Social Work degree in 2001 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Prior to joining the FBI Bonnie worked as an Assistant Director and Director within Children’s Advocacy Centers\, and has conducted more than 2\,000 forensic interviews. \nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available. \nWe are excited to bring this training to you at a minimal fee. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/a-picture-is-worth-a-thousand-words-presenting-evidence-in-the-f-i/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20210218T094905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T204153Z
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SUMMARY:Suggestibility and Memory: Considerations for the Criminal Investigation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis module will provide criminal investigators with the principles of suggestibility to inform their understanding when interacting with victims and witnesses of crime. A brief history of forensic interviewing and current research on memory will allow participants to see how victim/witness statements have been viewed and evaluated in the past and today. Participants will learn to better evaluate statements throughout the course of a criminal investigation from outcry\, to forensic interview\, to trial. \nLearning Objectives\n\nProvide criminal investigators with the principles of suggestibility to inform their understanding of and interactions with victims and witnesses.\nDevelop skills necessary to evaluate statements made throughout the course of a criminal investigation from outcry to forensic interview to trial testimony.\nAssist investigators to become good consumers of the forensic interview process\n\nTrainer\nPresenter Bonnie I. Fries\, MSW\, LCSW\, Child & Adolescent Forensic Interviewer with the Federal Bureau of Investigations\, is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois with specialized training in child and adolescent welfare and abuse-related trauma. She received her Bachelor of Social Work degree in 1998 from Illinois State University’s Jane Addams College of Social Work and Master of Social Work degree in 2001 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Prior to joining the FBI Bonnie worked as an Assistant Director and Director within Children’s Advocacy Centers\, and has conducted more than 2\,000 forensic interviews. \nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available. \nWe are excited to bring this training to you at a minimal fee. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/suggestibility-and-memory-considerations-for-the-criminal-investigation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Managua:20210324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Managua:20210324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200828T211011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201210T193355Z
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SUMMARY:Sticks and Stones:  Emotional/Psychological Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Psychological maltreatment is the least identified\, reported and adjudicated form of abuse; however\, the damage caused can be severe.\nTraining Overview\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance is excited to host in Sticks and Stones: Emotional/Psychological Maltreatment\, with Amy Russell\, MSEd\, JD\, NCC\, on Wednesday\, March 24\, 2021\, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nThe training will address the signs and symptoms of child emotional/psychological maltreatment and will provide recommendations for interviewers\, investigators and attorneys on dealing with these cases. \nLearning Objectives\n1. Explain the different forms and prevalence of psychological maltreatment \n2. Discuss techniques to evaluate and respond to suspected psychological maltreatment \n3. Offer suggestions for interviewers and attorneys \nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available. \nTrainer\nAmy Russell\, MSEd\, JD\, NCC\, is the Principal Consultant and Trainer with Russell Consulting Specialists\, LLC\, and an executive director of a Children’s Advocacy Center in the Pacific Northwest. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of child maltreatment. Please join us in deepening our understanding of the work in maltreatment cases. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/sticks-and-stones-emotional-psychological-maltreatment/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200903T041806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201210T193524Z
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SUMMARY:"No Penis\, No Problem": Female Sex Offenders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInvestigating and prosecuting sex offenses committed by females is challenging.  Biases about women as offenders impact the disclosure of abuse\, the acceptance of initial reports\, whether the cases are referred and accepted for criminal charges\, and how juries perceive these offenders and whether they are held accountable.  This session will review pertinent research on female sex offenders and discuss ways to overcome the biases in the investigation and prosecution of sex offenses they commit. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will learn to understand the incidence of sex offenders committed by females\nParticipants will learn to explain how child sexual abuse victims of female offenders experience their abuse\nParticipants will learn to Identify biases in investigations and prosecutions of these crimes and discuss methods to overcome them\n\nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available. \nTrainer\nAmy Russell\, MSEd\, JD\, NCC\, is the Principle Consultant and Trainer with Russell Consulting Specialists\, LLC\, and an executive director of a Children’s Advocacy Center in the Pacific Northwest. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of child maltreatment. Please join us in deepening our understanding of the work in maltreatment cases. \n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/no-penis-no-problem-female-sex-offenders/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20201023T195201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T195201Z
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse: Collecting Minimal Facts Training
DESCRIPTION:Presented by CornerHouse\, this training course is designed for anyone who might receive a disclosure of or have reason to suspect physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, or neglect. It is appropriate for individuals from law enforcement\, social work\, health care\, education\, daycare\, the foster care system\, and others who might be expected to make a mandated report. \nThis is a half-day training in which participants learn to respond sensitively and effectively to an individual’s initial disclosure of abuse\, neglect or maltreatment. \nDetails\n\nBlended learning training\nClass size limited to 15 participants
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-collecting-minimal-facts-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20201023T195437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T195437Z
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SUMMARY:Interviewing the Child who is Recanting Sexual Abuse with Dr. Thomas Lyon\, J.D.\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will discuss best practices for interviewing children who recant their previous disclosure of sexual abuse. The webinar will review the research on what factors influence children to recant and listen to clips of interviews in which children recant. Focus will not be on the child’s previous disclosures\, what others have said to the child about their allegations and how the child feels about the changes in their life since the original disclosure. \nTrainer\nDr. Thomas Lyon is the Judge Edward J. and Ruey L. Guirado Chair of Law and Psychology at the University of Southern Gould School of Law. His research examines the best means by which child witnesses can be questioned in order to maximize their productivity and minimize error. His work has been supported by the National Institutes of Health\, the National Science Foundation\, and the U.S. Department of Justice.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/interviewing-the-child-who-is-recanting-sexual-abuse-with-dr-thomas-lyon-j-d-ph-d/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200926
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200513T201327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T211354Z
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SUMMARY:27th APSAC Colloquium
DESCRIPTION:APSAC is excited to announce the Virtual Colloquium will be held online September 22-24\, 2020. Registration is $75 for APSAC members and $150 for non-members (includes one year of membership). \nEvent Overview\nAPSAC’s Virtual Colloquium will bring high-quality learning opportunities to child maltreatment researchers and practitioners across experience levels and professions. Sessions will be designated as beginning\, intermediate\, or advanced level content. \nWe hope you will join us for a virtual Colloquium\, featuring nine tracks offered over three days\, September 22\, 23 and 24. Tracks include: \n\nCultural Diversity Institute/Workshops\nEthics and Intervention\nFamily Violence\, Media\, and Trauma\nInterviewing\nInvestigation/Prosecution\nMedical\nMental Health and Mindfulness\nOvercoming Parental Alienation Allegations\nPrevention/Self Care\n\nExtraordinary plenary speakers will be joining us virtually and more than 50 workshops will be available for you! We are also working on virtual after-hours activities to offer that special APSAC touch.   ​ \nSessions will be designed for professionals in mental health\, social work\, medicine and nursing\, law\, education\, law enforcement\, prevention\, research\, advocacy\, child protective service\, and allied fields.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/27th-apsac-colloquium/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200818T203319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T203319Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Norms\, and Cultural Shifts\, Regarding Physical Punishment with Dr. Elizabeth Gershoff
DESCRIPTION:Parents often defend their use of physical punishment by pointing to the norms of their cultural group. Dr. Gershoff will discuss some of the cultural norms regarding physical punishment and what research and science can tell us about each. She will also describe evidence of cultural shifts away from physical punishment in some communities and highlight what these shifts tell us about ways to affect larger community-level change. \nDr. Elizabeth Gershoff is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences and Associate Director of the Population Research Center at the University of Texas at Austin. She is an internationally recognized expert on the effects of physical punishment on children and the 2019 recipient of the Nicholas Hobbs Award recognizing her work advocating on behalf of children.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cultural-norms-and-cultural-shifts-regarding-physical-punishment-with-dr-elizabeth-gershoff/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200818T203043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T203043Z
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SUMMARY:Is Corporal Punishment on the Decline? With Dr. Robert Sege
DESCRIPTION:Join APSAC and Dr. Robert Sege\, author of the AAP statement on corporal punishment\, for a discussion on the generational shift that has resulted in declining in rates of corporal punishment and current concerns about children and parents during the pandemic. This Zoom Chat is free to attend\, no CE credit available. \nRegister online.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/is-corporal-punishment-on-the-decline-with-dr-robert-sege/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Online Webinar,Research
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200827
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20191108T215747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T194442Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Child Abuse Summit: Tips from the Team
DESCRIPTION:About the Summit\nDon’t miss the opportunity to learn about the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect from both regional and national experts. The Summit is designed to provide professionals from all disciplines with the knowledge\, tools\, and skills to identify and treat all types of child maltreatment\, including physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, and neglect. \nThe conference is presented by the Otto Bremer Trust Center for Safe and Healthy Children in collaboration with the Shaken Baby Alliance. Information on continuing education credit is available on the Summit website. \nIntended Audience\n\nMedical Professionals\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nChild Protective Services\nPsychologists and Counselors\nAttorneys\nMedicolegal Death Investigators\nTrauma Surgeons and Teams\nStudents and Trainees
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2020-child-abuse-summit-tips-from-the-team/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200527T155813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T155813Z
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SUMMARY:Corroborating the Forensic Interview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Overview\nNo child should have to carry a case on his/her own. This session will provide practical tips and suggestions for working as a Multi-Disciplinary Team to corroborate a forensic interview so the professionals can do the heavy lifting. Participants will learn how photographs can enhance the values of evidence\, the effectiveness of evidence of prior bad acts\, and goals for interviewing perpetrators. \nThis is an online session. Register here.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/corroborating-the-forensic-interview/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200331T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20191021T210138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T164040Z
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SUMMARY:Technique\, Corroboration\, and Defending Your Interview In Court
DESCRIPTION:About this Training\nAdd to your forensic interview skillset by spending the day with one of the nation’s leading experts\, Rita Farrell of the Zero Abuse Project. With thousands of interviews conducted and over 20 years of experience in the field\, Farrell presents trainings that keep professionals current on best practices across a variety of protocols.\n\nTopics Include:\n\nImportant considerations for interviewing very young children and adolescents\nCorroborating evidence within the scope of the forensic interview\nKey principles for defending your interview in court\n\nIntended Audience\nThis advanced forensic interviewer training opportunity is ideal for interviewers utilizing any nationally recognized forensic interview protocol and those working within child abuse investigative MDTs such as law enforcement\, county attorneys and social workers. \nRegistration Fees\nRegistration fees are used to offset the cost of meals and refreshments. \nTrainer\nRita Farrell\nLead Forensic Interview Specialist\nZero Abuse Project \nRita Farrell has over 20 years of experience working with child abuse investigations as a forensic interviewer and founding executive director of a child advocacy center. In her role as a forensic interview specialist and trainer for Zero Abuse Project\, Rita admits that her role as a forensic interviewer of child abuse victims is her “true passion.”
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/technique-corroboration-and-defending-your-interview-in-court/
LOCATION:Country Inn & Suites by Radisson\, Roseville\, MN\, 2740 Snelling Avenue North\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Investigation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200328
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20191118T170441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T170539Z
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Vulnerable Adult Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:About this Training\nThe Vulnerable Adult Training teaches the CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™: a credible\, reliable\, developmentally flexible and non-traumatic forensic interview process. The focus is on interviewing vulnerable adults who allege abuse or witness a violent crime. \nAs a blended learning program\, this course includes 4 hours online work and 3.5 days in-person classroom training. This highly interactive training includes lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and role-play. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nRegister via CornerHouse website. \nCourse Topics:\n\nThe CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ focusing on utilizing the protocol with Vulnerable Adults\nFoundations for Forensic Interviewing\nCornerHouse Guiding Principles\nA Multidisciplinary Team Approach\nPeer Review and Skill Development\nVulnerable Adult Abilities in the Forensic Interview\nThe Experience and Disclosure of Abuse by Vulnerable Adults\n\nVulnerable Adult Forensic Interview Training is best suited for:\n\nForensic Interviewers\, Adult Protection Workers\, Tribal Social Service Investigators\, Law Enforcement Officers\, and Prosecuting Attorneys.\nMultidisciplinary Investigative Team\nProfessionals who want to stay up-to-date on the most current forensic interview best practices.\nCommunities that want all of their multidisciplinary team members to attend training together to improve their coordinated response to Vulnerable Adult abuse and neglect.\n\nBenefits of On-site Training include:\n\nTraining conducted for your learners at your location.\nWhen host agencies have seven or more individuals they want to attend\, the on-site option is less expensive than attending Basic Forensic Interview Training in Minneapolis.\nThis training is tailored to meet the needs of your Multidisciplinary Teams\, including community needs\, team building\, and enhanced coordination.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-vulnerable-adult-interview-training/
LOCATION:Minneapolis\, MN\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211058
CREATED:20200203T203705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T185734Z
UID:10000207-1582711200-1582729200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Child Abuse Medicine for the Non-Medical Professional
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStrengthen your approach to child abuse investigations through this training presented by Carlton County Family Social Services\, the Midwest Children’s Resource Center at Children’s Minnesota\, and the Minnesota Children’s Alliance. \nThe medical signs of child abuse aren’t always apparent – grow your skill set with Dr. Mark Hudson\, a Board-Certified Child Abuse Pediatrician\, on the signs and indicators of abuse to look for when investigating child abuse. Refreshments and lunch provided. \nAudience\nThis training is for law enforcement\, child protection\, prosecutors and medical providers. \nJoining via video conference?\nIf you cannot attend this training in person\, you can indicate that you will join via video conference on the registration form. Prior to the training you will receive a link to join the group remotely. \nThis training is presented by:\n \nTrainer\n \nDr. Mark Hudson\nExecutive Director\nMidwest Children’s Resource at Center Children’s Minnesota\nBoard-certified child abuse pediatrician
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/child-abuse-medicine-for-the-non-medical-professional/
LOCATION:Carlton County Public Health & Human Services\, 14 11th Street North\, Tamarack Room #289\, Cloquet\, MN\, 55720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211059
CREATED:20191118T165416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T165416Z
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SUMMARY:Collecting Minimal Facts Training
DESCRIPTION:About this Training\nThis training course is designed for anyone who might receive a disclosure of or have reason to suspect physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, or neglect. It is appropriate for individuals from law enforcement\, social work\, health care\, education\, daycare\, the foster care system\, and others who might be expected to make a mandated report. \nThis is a half-day training in which participants learn to respond sensitively and effectively to an individual’s initial disclosure of abuse\, neglect or maltreatment. \nRegister online via the CornerHouse website.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/collecting-minimal-facts-training/
LOCATION:Minneapolis\, MN\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211059
CREATED:20190415T203733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T203733Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Darknet
DESCRIPTION:Brief Overview\nAs the internet continues to evolve new layers populate where offenders commit criminal offenses. One such area is known as the Dark Net. Participants will learn how the Darknet works and how potential criminal activity is facilitated on the Darknet is crucial to investigating and prosecuting child exploitation cases. Additionally\, participants will learn how to access other locations on the Darknet. \nExpert Presenter\nJustin Fitzsimmons is the Program Manager of the High Tech Training Services division of SEARCH Group\, Inc. He trains at national\, state and local conferences on the subject of sexual and physical crimes against children. He is on the executive board of the National Children’s Alliance. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois and has significant experience as a prosecuting attorney. Prior to joining SEARCH Group he was a Senior Attorney with the National District Attorneys Association. He managed NDAA’s technology-facilitated child exploitation unit. Before joining NDAA he was the supervisor of the Special Prosecutions Unit of the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. He was also assigned to the Child Advocacy Center where he prosecuted sexual assault and severe physical abuse of children. \nRegister online
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-the-darknet/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Online Webinar,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211059
CREATED:20190415T201744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T201744Z
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SUMMARY:Medical Evaluation of Child Sexual Abuse: What Can't We Be More Like CSI?
DESCRIPTION:Brief Overview\nA child abuse pediatrician will present an overview of the medical evaluation for suspected sexual abuse. Examples of the different roles between physician and nurse providers will be outlined stressing the necessity of specialized training regardless of degree and the importance of participating in ongoing education and case review for quality assurance. Salient features of how the exam is performed\, findings interpreted\, and when/how collection of DNA/laboratory specimens are collected. Specific attention will be paid to why most children who have been sexually abused will have “normal” exams and why that typically does not discount or rule out a child’s disclosure of sexual assault/abuse. Content will be appropriate for both medical and non-medical child abuse professionals. \nExpert Presenter\nKaren Farst\, MD\, MPH\, has worked as a child abuse pediatrician with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences\, Center for Children at Risk and Arkansas Children’s Hospital since 2004. After an internal medicine/pediatrics residency\, she was in primary care private practice for 3 years before completing a fellowship in child abuse pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Her work duties at Arkansas Children’s Hospital include medical evaluations and court testimony for cases of abuse and neglect\, education of medical and non-medical professionals on the medical aspects of child maltreatment\, and administrative leadership of the Center for Children at Risk located in the Clark Center for Safe and Healthy Children on the campus of Arkansas Children’s Hospital. \nRegister online
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/medical-evaluation-of-child-sexual-abuse-what-cant-we-be-more-like-csi/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Medical,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T211059
CREATED:20190415T195419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T183213Z
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SUMMARY:Child Sexual/Physical Abuse Investigations in Today's Law Enforcement Climate
DESCRIPTION:Brief Overview\nThe course is designed to give a greater understanding of the intricacies of modern child sexual/physical abuse investigations. The course will explain some of the challenges law enforcement faces today given various social movements and some negative publicity in the media. The goal is to give the consumer a greater understanding of how these investigations unfold and an understanding of both positives and negatives when presenting cases for charging. \nExpert Presenter\nSgt. Skog has been with the Saint Paul Police Department for over twenty years. His experience includes various assignments in the patrol officer capacity such as district operations\, Mounted Patrol\, and the Motors Unit. He has also served as a negotiator with the Crisis Negotiation Team for over seven years. After being promoted to Sergeant in 2012\, Sgt. Skog has served as an investigator with the Sex Crimes Unit and the Robbery/Homicide Unit. Most recently\, he has moved to the position of Patrol Supervisor in the Downtown Patrol Unit. Sgt. Skog holds a B.S. in Organizational Administration and a M.A. in Theological Studies. \nRegister online
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/child-sexual-physical-abuse-investigations-in-todays-law-enforcement-climate/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Online Webinar
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